unau
Definition
Noun 1. A type of two-toed sloth: The unau is a relatively small, fast-moving sloth species characterized by having two long claws on each of its front feet. It is native to Central and South America. 2. Linnaeus's two-toed sloth (Choloepus didactylus): This is the specific scientific name for the unau, distinguishing it from other sloth species, particularly the three-toed sloth.
Usage Examples
- The unau, or two-toed sloth, spends most of its life hanging upside down in the rainforest canopy.
- Compared to its three-toed relatives, the unau is generally more active and has a faster metabolism.
- We were lucky to spot an unau slowly moving along a branch in search of leaves.
Advanced Usage
- The term unau is used primarily in zoological contexts to specify this particular genus () of sloth. In general conversation, it is more common to use the name "two-toed sloth."
Variants and Related Words
- Two-toed sloth: The common name for the unau.
- Linnaeus's two-toed sloth (Choloepus didactylus): The full scientific name.
- Sloth: The general term for the family of mammals to which the unau belongs.
Synonyms
- Two-toed sloth
- Linnaeus's sloth
Notes on Different Meanings
The word unau has only one specific meaning in modern English, referring exclusively to this species of two-toed sloth. It is not used in idioms or phrasal verbs.
Noun
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relatively small fast-moving sloth with two long claws on each front foot
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a sloth of Central America that has two long claws on each forefoot and three long claws on each hindfoot
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