elephant

/ˈɛləfənt/
noun
  1. A very large animal with a long trunk, large ears, and two tusks, found in Africa and Asia.
    • We saw a herd of elephants drinking at the river during our safari.
    • The elephant used its trunk to spray water over its back.
    • Elephants are known for their excellent memory and strong family bonds.
  2. A symbol or representation of the Republican Party in the United States.
    • The newspaper used an elephant to represent the Republican candidate.
    • The cartoon showed an elephant and a donkey facing each other.
    • During the election, the elephant logo appeared on many campaign signs.
adjective
  1. Very large in size or amount.
    • The company made an elephant investment in new technology.
    • The elephant portion of food was enough for the whole family.
    • They faced an elephant problem that required a huge team to solve.
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