Meaning & use
Hippo
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An informal, shortened name for the hippopotamus, a large semiaquatic African mammal.
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A hippo submerged itself in the river, leaving only its eyes and nostrils visible.
Despite their bulky appearance, hippos can run surprisingly fast on land.
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The full word "hippopotamus" comes from Greek, literally meaning "river horse."
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