coati-mondi
Definition
Noun: 1. A small, omnivorous mammal native to the Americas: A coati-mondi (also commonly called a coati) is a mammal belonging to the raccoon family (Procyonidae). It is characterized by a long, flexible snout, a slender body, and a long, often ringed tail which it frequently holds erect. It is found in habitats ranging from South America to the southwestern United States.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- We spotted a coati-mondi foraging for insects and fruit near the forest trail.
- The coati-mondi uses its sensitive snout to root through leaf litter in search of food.
- Unlike its nocturnal raccoon relatives, the coati-mondi is primarily active during the day.
Advanced Usage
- The term "coati-mondi" is a less common variant of the more frequently used name "coati". Both terms refer to the same animal.
- In scientific contexts, the animal is referred to by its genus name, .
Variants and Related Words
- Coati (n): The more common name for the coati-mondi.
- Nasua (n): The biological genus name for coatis.
- Ring-tailed coati (n): A descriptive term highlighting the animal's distinctive tail.
Synonyms
- Coati: The direct and most common synonym.
- Nasua: The scientific synonym.
Notes on Meaning
- The word "coati-mondi" specifically refers to the mammal species within the genus . It is not used metaphorically or in idiomatic expressions. Its usage is almost exclusively zoological or related to wildlife observation.
Noun
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omnivorous mammal of Central America and South America
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