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/ɔːrˈæŋəˌtæn/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A large ape with long arms and reddish-brown hair, native to the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra.
The orangutan swung gracefully from branch to branch in the treetops.
A member of the genus Pongo, which includes the Bornean orangutan, Sumatran orangutan, and the recently identified Tapanuli orangutan.
Researchers are studying the behavior of the Sumatran orangutan in its natural habitat.
An endangered species known for its intelligence and distinct social behaviors.
Conservation efforts are crucial to protect the orangutan from habitat destruction.
An animal often associated with ecological and animal welfare discussions.
The plight of the orangutan highlights the importance of conserving tropical forests.
Etymology
From Malay 'orang hutan' meaning 'person of the forest'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
orangutan conservation:
The efforts to protect the orangutan and its natural habitat.
orangutan habitat loss:
Refers to the diminishing forest areas where orangutans live due to deforestation.
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Slang Meanings
A clumsy person
He was so out of shape, he moved like an orangutan.