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okapi

/ɒkəpi/ noun · British & US
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What does okapi mean?

noun

A giraffid artiodactyl mammal native to the Ituri Rainforest in the northeastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is a shy, elusive animal.

Example

"The okapi is a mysterious creature that was unknown to Western scientists until the 20th century."

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