Meaning of জলহস্তী in English
- An animal, probably the hippopotamus, described in Job xl. 15-24.
- of Hippopotamus
- A large, amphibious, herbivorous mammal (Hippopotamus amphibius), common in the rivers of Africa. It is allied to the hogs, and has a very thick, naked skin, a thick and square head, a very large muzzle, small eyes and ears, thick and heavy body, and short legs. It is supposed to be the behemoth of the Bible. Called also zeekoe, and river horse. A smaller species (H. Liberiencis) inhabits Western Africa.
- The walrus. See Walrus.
- A clasp for fastening garments in front.
Meaning of জলহস্তী in English
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