noun
- plural of hippo; large, heavy mammals that live in and near rivers in Africa
Usage: informal
Examples
- The hippos spent most of the day submerged in the river.
- We saw a group of hippos at the wildlife sanctuary.
- Hippos are surprisingly fast runners on land.
- The documentary showed hippos protecting their young.
- Despite their bulky appearance, hippos are excellent swimmers.
- The zoo’s hippos were fed vegetables and hay.