rhino

1 of 2

noun (1)

rhi·​no ˈrī-(ˌ)nō How to pronounce rhino (audio)
informal
: money, cash

rhino

2 of 2

noun (2)

plural rhinos also rhino

Examples of rhino in a Sentence

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Noun
Massive ungulates like big versions of rhinos and antelope roamed the land. Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024 The boys are down there fighting, being chased by rhinos. Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 26 Oct. 2024 Few creatures command as much intrigue and fascination as the majestic rhino rays. Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024 Most rhino poaching happens because of inside intelligence, so the organization relies on its team of scouts, who are celebrated in their villages and looked after. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rhino 

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

origin unknown

First Known Use

Noun (1)

circa 1628, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1870, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rhino was circa 1628

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“Rhino.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rhino. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

rhino

noun
rhi·​no
ˈrī-nō
plural rhinos also rhino

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