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Hippo Definition & Meaning

hippo
noun
  1. an ancient Numidian town in northwestern Africa adjoining present-day Annaba in northeastern Algeria
  2. massive thick-skinned herbivorous animal living in or around rivers of tropical Africa

"Hippo" in song lyrics

See how hippo is used in real songs:

  • "And Henry had a hippo"
    A.L.T. and The Lost Civilization — I'm Flippin'
  • "Raise your hands, you see stars just like King Hippo"
    Caltroit (Black Milk & Bishop Lamont) f/ Elzhi, Phat Kat — Goatit
  • "Mane dis gal stacked but cheeks like a HIPPO!"
    Project Pat — Ooh Nuthin'

Words that rhyme with hippo

Usage tips for "hippo"

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Frequently asked questions

What does hippo mean?
an ancient Numidian town in northwestern Africa adjoining present-day Annaba in northeastern Algeria massive thick-skinned herbivorous animal living in or around rivers of tropical Africa
What part of speech is hippo?
Hippo is a noun.
How many definitions does hippo have?
Hippo has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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