noun
- a large mammal with thick skin, especially an elephant, rhinoceros, or hippopotamus
Usage: scientific/zoological
Examples
- The zoo’s pachyderm exhibit features three African elephants.
- Rhinoceroses are pachyderms known for their distinctive horns.
- The veterinarian specializes in treating pachyderms and other large mammals.
- Ancient pachyderms like mammoths once roamed the earth.
- The safari guide pointed out several pachyderms grazing near the watering hole.
- Hippos are semi-aquatic pachyderms that spend most of their day in water.