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
But when Kenya’s 16 existing rhino sanctuaries became too crowded, officials had little choice. Skylar Knight, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 June 2025 Another recent study revealed that gathering human DNA samples from rhino horns could potentially link suspects to crimes that could lead to arrests. Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025 The rhino skin, bearing blond fur, was only partially digested, suggesting the pups were resting in their den and died shortly after their last meal, Runge said. Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 14 June 2025 The scientists also compared northern and southern white rhino genomes. Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 15 May 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 8 Jul. 2025.

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rhino

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

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