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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tapirs

/tæpɪrz/ noun · British & US
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What does tapirs mean?

noun

Large, herbivorous mammals of the order Perissodactyla, native to Central and South America and Southeast Asia. They have a distinctive snout and a long, flexible proboscis.

Example

"The tapir's unusual appearance made it a popular attraction at the zoo."

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