hyrax

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Definition Noun : 1. A small, herbivorous mammal native to Africa and the Middle East. Hyraxes have a stout body, short legs, and resemble rodents but are actually more closely related to elephants and manatees. They are characterized by having feet with rubbery pads and hooflike toenails. Usage The word "hyrax" is a specific zoological term used to refer to members of the family Procaviidae. I...