saimiri
Definition
Noun: 1. Squirrel monkeys: A genus of small, arboreal New World monkeys, characterized by a short, dense coat, a long tail, and a distinctive white mask-like pattern on their face. They are highly social and active primates.
Usage
- The word "saimiri" is a scientific genus name used primarily in zoology and biology. In everyday English, the common name "squirrel monkey" is far more frequent.
- It is typically used as a singular noun (e.g., ) but can refer to the genus as a whole.
Examples
- Noun:
- The researcher studied the social behavior of the saimiri in its natural habitat.
- Several species belong to the genus Saimiri.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic classification, the genus name is always capitalized and italicized.
- The correct binomial nomenclature for the common squirrel monkey is Saimiri sciureus.
Variants and Related Words
- Squirrel monkey (n): The common English name for monkeys of the genus .
- We saw a troop of squirrel monkeys in the rainforest.
Synonyms
- Squirrel monkey: The direct and most common synonym.
- New World monkey: A broader category that includes and other primates from Central and South America.
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squirrel monkeys
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