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tatou
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tatou, n. [Cf. Tatouay.].
The giant armadillo (Priodontes gigas ) of tropical South America. It becomes nearly five feet long including the tail. It is noted for its burrowing powers, feeds largely upon dead animals, and sometimes invades human graves. [1913 Webster]
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