proboscides

Meanings

• Noun

  The plural form of proboscis, which is a long, prehensile nose or snout found in certain animals, such as elephants and certain species of rhinos.

  - "The proboscides of an elephant are used to grasp leaves and branches."
  - "The long nose of the rhinoceros is called a proboscis."

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Variants

List of all variants of proboscides that leads to same result
proboscides , proboscis , proboscises

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Etymology

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From Greek proboskis, meaning 'forelip' or 'nose before the lips'.

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Trivia

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1. The longest proboscis belongs to the Indian Rhinoceros, measuring up to 71 cm (28 inches).

2. The word proboscis is also used to describe the long, flexible snout of certain species of snakes.

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Related Concepts

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1. Trunk (elephant): Although not exactly the same as a proboscis, an elephant's trunk is a long, prehensile appendage that serves multiple purposes, including grasping food and water, and as a means of communication.

2. Proboscis Monkey: A primate native to Southeast Asia, characterized by a long, curved nose.

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Culture

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Proboscides have cultural significance in various ways. In literature, they are often used as symbols of power and strength. In art, they are frequently depicted in paintings and sculptures. In music, there are songs and compositions inspired by proboscides.

How to Memorize "proboscides"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize proboscides, visualize a long, curved nose or snout on various animals such as elephants and rhinos.

2. associate
   

   - Associate proboscides with the long, curved noses of elephants and rhinos.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'P is for Proboscis, which stands for Prehensile Nose on various Creatures'.

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