hippopotamuses
15 letters|/ˌhɪpəˈpɒtəˌmʌsɪz/
easygeneral
Meaning
The plural form of hippopotamus. Large, heavy, semi-aquatic African mammals.
Etymology
From Greek: hippo (horse) + potamos (river). Literally "river horse."
Usage
Hippopotamuses can spend up to 16 hours a day submerged in water to stay cool.
Pronunciation
/ˌhɪpəˈpɒtəˌmʌsɪz/
Tags
animalspluralcommon