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hippopotamus
/ˌhɪpəˈpɒtəməs/
noun
hipopotam
Definition
A large, thick-skinned, plant-eating African mammal, with a broad muzzle and short legs, that spends most of its time in water.
Examples
We saw a hippopotamus bathing in the river.
Widzieliśmy hipopotama kąpiącego się w rzece.
Hippopotamuses are known for their powerful jaws.
Hipopotamy są znane z potężnych szczęk.
Synonyms
Collocations
wild hippopotamusbaby hippopotamusriver hippopotamus
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