Means of defense for an elephant Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Friday, August 8, 2025 · 36-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, August 8, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 8, 2025 · 36-Across · 4 letters
TUSK0 of 4 letters revealed
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a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses
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