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
Paleontologists and ecologists know this from studies of how large animals such as giraffes and rhinos affect vegetation around them. Riley Black, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 July 2025 During their expeditions, the men captured footage of Malayan tigers, Javan rhinos, Gobi bears, Caucasian leopards, North Atlantic right whales, and western lowland gorillas. Kelli Bender, People.com, 11 July 2025 Guests can experience up-close encounters with PJ the rhino, feed giraffes, meet petting zoo animals or ride a miniature train. Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2025 In the ensuing battle to save the rhinos, Litha discovers a terrible secret. Matthew Carey, Deadline, 25 June 2025 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 20 Jul. 2025.

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rhino

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

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