African elephant

noun

Word History

First Known Use

1607, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of African elephant was in 1607

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“African elephant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/African%20elephant. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.

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African elephant

noun
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