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pachyderm

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Pachyderm (noun) means a large, thick-skinned animal such as an elephant, rhinoceros or hippopotamus, once grouped together in one scientific order.

noun
1
A large, thick-skinned animal such as an elephant, rhinoceros or hippopotamus, once grouped together in one scientific order.
2
An elephant.
3
Someone who does not let criticism or insults bother them.
4
A person who lacks sensitivity towards others.
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Etymology

Borrowed from French pachyderme, equivalent to pachy- (“thick”) plus -derm (“skin”).

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What is the meaning of pachyderm?
"pachyderm" (noun) means a large, thick-skinned animal such as an elephant, rhinoceros or hippopotamus, once grouped together in one scientific order.
What are the different meanings of pachyderm?
"pachyderm" has 3 main meanings: 1. A large, thick-skinned animal such as an elephant, rhinoceros or hippopotamus, once grouped together in one scientific order; 2. An elephant; 3. Someone who does not let criticism or insults bother them.
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