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Term: Orangutans

Description:

Orangutans are large, critically endangered primates native to the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. They are known for their reddish-brown fur, long arms, and unique intelligence.

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Senses:

Noun - Sense 1:

A large ape-like primate of the taxonomic genus Pongo, having shaggy reddish-brown hair, very long arms, and no tail.

Example Sentence: Orangutans are highly arboreal primates.

Noun - Sense 2:

A person who is wild, clumsy, or behaves in an ape-like manner.

Example Sentence: He's such an orangutan when he gets excited.

Noun - Sense 3 (Slang):

A scamp; a mischievous or playful child.

Example Sentence: The little orangutan found joy in pulling pranks on his siblings.

Adjective:

Referring to or characteristic of orangutans; resembling an orangutan.

Example Sentence: She imitated the movements of orangutans, swinging from one tree branch to another.