pachyderm
/ˈpækɪdɜrm/
noun
- A very large mammal with thick skin, such as an elephant, rhinoceros, or hippopotamus.
- The zoo's new pachyderm exhibit features two African elephants and a white rhinoceros.
- The safari guide warned us to keep a safe distance from the pachyderms.
- Pachyderms are known for their tough, wrinkled skin and large size.
- A person who is not sensitive to criticism or new ideas; a thick-skinned or stubborn person.
- Don't be such a pachyderm — try to see things from your friend's perspective.
- My boss is a real pachyderm; no matter how politely I suggest changes, he never listens.
- The politician was a pachyderm, completely ignoring the public's complaints.