
Meaning of PROTELES
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] aardwolf |
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PROTELES is a 8 letter word that starts with P. |
| | Synonyms: | | genus Proteles |
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| | See Also: | | aardwolf, family Hyaenidae, Hyaenidae, mammal genus, Proteles cristata | |
Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Pro"te*les\, n. [NL.] (Zo["o]l.)
A South Africa genus of Carnivora, allied to the hyenas, but
smaller and having weaker jaws and teeth. It includes the
aard-wolf.
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