The term AARDVARK FEATURE is composed of three crossword solutions: SNOUT (5 letters), NOSE (4 letters), and LONGSNOUT (9 letters). An aardvark is a mammal native to Africa that is known for its long SNOUT, which is used to dig for food. The SNOUT is also referred to as a NOSE, and the combination of the two features is what makes an aardvark unique. The term AARDVARK FEATURE therefore refers to the combination of the SNOUT and NOSE of an aardvark.