pachyderm

/ˈpækiˌdɜrəm/

Definitions

1. noun

Any of various large, hoofed mammals, especially the elephant, rhinoceros, and hippopotamus

“The zoo is home to several pachyderms, including an elephant and a rhinoceros.”

2. noun

A person who is stubbornly inflexible or obstinately attached to a particular opinion or policy

“He was accused of being a pachyderm, unwilling to compromise on the proposed bill.”

Synonyms

  • elephant
  • hippopotamus
  • hoofed mammal
  • rhinoceros

Antonyms

  • small mammal
  • ungulate