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Flemish giant

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noun

  1. one of a breed of large domestic rabbits of Belgian origin, having a solid gray, white, or black coat, and raised for its meat and fur.

Etymology

Origin of Flemish giant

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

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Graduates of the program include Alex the Great, a 28-pound Flemish Giant rabbit, and a miniature pig named LiLou.

From New York Times • May 24, 2022

And Sven, the Flemish Giant rabbit, who has the size and shape of a hefty watermelon.

From Washington Times • Jan. 25, 2016

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