tusk
复数形式
tusks
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獠牙, 长牙
each of the curved pointy teeth of some animals such as elephants, boars, etc., especially one that stands out from the closed mouth
A tusk is a long, pointed, and often curved tooth that protrudes from the mouth of certain animals, most notably elephants, walruses, and narwhals. These elongated teeth are typically made of ivory, a dense and durable material. Tusks serve various purposes depending on the species. They can be used for defense, digging, gathering food, or as a display of dominance during mating rituals. The size and shape of tusks can vary greatly between species and even individuals, with some reaching impressive lengths. Tusks are iconic features of these animals and hold cultural and historical significance.
- The elephant displayed its majestic tusks, gleaming in the sunlight as it roamed the savanna.
大象展示了它雄伟的象牙，在阳光下闪闪发光，当它在草原上漫步时。
- The poacher crept through the underbrush, his eyes fixed greedily on the elephant's prized tusks.
偷猎者蹑手蹑脚地穿过灌木丛，贪婪的目光紧盯着大象珍贵的象牙。
- With a gentle nudge, the elephant used its tusks to help a fallen companion back onto its feet.
大象用它的象牙轻轻一推，帮助倒下的同伴重新站起来。
- The walrus used its long tusks to pry open shellfish, revealing the succulent meat inside.
海象用它的长獠牙撬开贝壳，露出里面多汁的肉。
- The tusks of the narwhal, often mistaken for unicorn horns, have inspired myths and legends for centuries.
独角鲸的长牙，常被误认为是独角兽的角，几个世纪以来一直激发着神话和传说。
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the hard, smooth, ivory-colored dentine that forms the main substance of elephant and walrus tusks
- Ivory is harvested from elephant tusks.
- The walrus's tusk consists mostly of dentine.
- The tusk's ivory is highly valued in art and decoration.
- Elephant tusks are made of a dense, smooth material.
- Poachers target tusks for their durable ivory.
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