Giraffe
- A large African mammal with a very long neck and forelegs, having a coat patterned with brown patches separated by lighter lines. It is the tallest living animal and is native to open savannas and woodlands. nounThe giraffe gracefully moved across the savanna, its long neck reaching for the highest leaves.At the zoo, children were fascinated by the giraffe's towering height and unique spots.
- A term used in some contexts to describe a person who is exceptionally tall and slender. nounIn high school, he was often called a giraffe due to his height and lanky build.She stood out in the crowd like a giraffe among zebras, towering over everyone else.