putti

/ˈpʊti/

Definitions

1. noun

A young elephant, especially one that is still suckling, or a young male elephant with large ears and a long proboscis, often considered a mischievous or troublesome young elephant.

“The putti in the zoo were causing quite a commotion among the visitors with their playful antics.”

Synonyms

  • elephant calf
  • juvenile elephant
  • young elephant

Antonyms

  • adult elephant
  • mature elephant