hippo

UK
/ˈhɪp.əʊ/
US
/ˈhɪp.oʊ/

Übersetzungen

hipposubstantiv
hippos
Pl.
UK
/ˈhɪp.əʊ/
US
/ˈhɪp.oʊ/
The hippo is one of the largest animals in Africa.
Бегемот — одно из крупнейших животных в Африке.
Synonyme
river horse
hippoadjektiv
UK
/ˈhɪp.əʊ/
US
/ˈhɪp.oʊ/
Attributive use before another noun, e.g., "hippo enclosure"

Definitionen

hipposubstantiv
Informal short form of hippopotamus, a large mostly herbivorous mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa, known for its massive size, thick skin, and large mouth.
The hippo spends most of the day submerged in water to keep cool.
Business slang: the highest-paid person’s opinion that dominates decision-making regardless of supporting data.
Our product roadmap changed after the hippo weighed in.
hippoadjektiv
Relating to, intended for, or characteristic of hippopotamuses.
The zoo built a new hippo enclosure with deeper pools.