giraffeling

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From giraffe +‎ -ling.

Noun[edit]

giraffeling (plural giraffelings)

  1. (rare) A young or miniature giraffe.
    • 2015, A. Brunneis, The Boulevards of Extinction, page 133:
      “So why do you tell us these stupid stories every day?” The short-necked giraffeling asked. “Because,” the wise old giraffe said, “stories are the longest neckline we have.” “I guess so,” the short-necked giraffeling said.