lemur
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Noun — A tree-dwelling primate native to Madagascar, known for large eyes and, in some species, a long ringed tail.
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Etymology
From Latin lemures, "spirits of the dead" — the naturalist Carl Linnaeus chose the name in 1754 because of the animals' ghostly nocturnal habits and slow, silent movements.
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What does “lemur” mean?
The word “lemur” means a tree-dwelling primate native to Madagascar, known for large eyes and, in some species, a long ringed tail. In plain terms, a type of primate found only in Madagascar, distinct from monkeys and apes.
How do you pronounce “lemur”?
“Lemur” is pronounced LEE-muh (/ˈliːmə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “lemur” in a sentence?
Here is “lemur” used in a sentence: “The ring-tailed lemur is one of the most recognizable primates in the world.”
What part of speech is “lemur”?
“Lemur” is a noun.
Where does the word “lemur” come from?
The word “lemur” dates back to around 1754 and comes from Latin. From Latin lemures, "spirits of the dead" — the naturalist Carl Linnaeus chose the name in 1754 because of the animals' ghostly nocturnal habits and slow, silent movements.