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Elephant

Large mammal with a long trunk.

Elephants

Elephants are large, gray mammals known for their long trunks, big ears, and tusks (elongated incisor teeth). They are native to Africa and Asia and are known for their intelligence, social behavior, and herbivorous diet.

Pronunciation

/ˈelɪfənt/

Etymology

The word 'elephant' comes from the Greek word 'elephas,' meaning ivory.

Explain Like I’m 5

Elephants are giant plant-eating animals with a long nose called a trunk that they use to grab food and drink water.

Fun Facts

Elephants can communicate through infrasound, which humans cannot hear, Some elephants use tools like branches to scratch themselves, Elephants mourn their dead

FAQ

What do elephants eat? Plants, What is an elephant's trunk used for? Grabbing food and drinking water, How long do elephants live? 60-70 years

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

mammal

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

African elephant Asian elephant

Meronyms — Parts or Components

trunk tusks ears

Indexes

animal large mammal terrestrial

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