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Definition of Pachydermata

1. n. pl. A group of hoofed mammals distinguished for the thickness of their skins, including the elephant, hippopotamus, rhinoceros, tapir, horse, and hog. It is now considered an artificial group.

Medical Definition of Pachydermata

1. A group of hoofed mammals distinguished for the thickness of their skins, including the elephant, hippopotamus, rhinoceros, tapir, horse, and hog. It is now considered an artificial group. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Thick-skinned; thick + skin. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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