orangutan
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for orangutan, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large, tree-dwelling ape with shaggy reddish-brown fur and long arms, native to Borneo and Sumatra.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Malay orang hutan, literally "forest person" — from orang ("person") and hutan ("forest").
Full origin of orangutan →Frequently asked questions
What does “orangutan” mean?
The word “orangutan” means a large, tree-dwelling ape with shaggy reddish-brown fur and long arms, native to Borneo and Sumatra. In plain terms, the reddish, long-armed great ape found in the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra.
How do you pronounce “orangutan”?
“Orangutan” is pronounced uh-rang-oo-TAN (/əˈɹæŋ.əˌtæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “orangutan” in a sentence?
Here is “orangutan” used in a sentence: “The orangutan swung effortlessly between the branches of the rainforest canopy.”
What part of speech is “orangutan”?
“Orangutan” is a noun.
Where does the word “orangutan” come from?
The word “orangutan” comes from Malay. From Malay orang hutan, literally "forest person" — from orang ("person") and hutan ("forest").