nose-ape

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of primate: "nose-ape" refers to a monkey with a notably long nose, specifically the proboscis monkey (Nasalis larvatus), native to Borneo. This term is a compound word combining "nose" and "ape," though it is not a true ape but a monkey.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The nose-ape is known for its large, pendulous nose, which is more prominent in males. (This describes the physical characteristic of the proboscis monkey.)
  • We saw a group of nose-apes feeding on leaves near the river in Borneo. (This refers to observing these monkeys in their natural habitat.)

Advanced Usage

• "Nose-ape" is an informal or colloquial term, often used as a synonym for "proboscis monkey" in zoological contexts.
  • The nose-ape's nose can grow up to 7 inches long in adult males. (This provides a specific biological detail.)

Variants and Related Words

• Nose-monkey (n): an alternative spelling or synonym for nose-ape.
  • The nose-monkey is also called the long-nosed monkey. (This shows the alternate term.)

Synonyms

• Proboscis monkey: the standard scientific name for the same animal.
• Long-nosed monkey: a descriptive synonym.

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