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baboon

 

[ bษ™หˆbun ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal species

A baboon is a large primate belonging to the genus Papio. Baboons are characterized by their long snouts and large canines. They are social animals known for their complex hierarchies and live in troops that can consist of several dozen individuals. These monkeys are native to Africa and Arabian Peninsula, inhabiting a variety of environments, including savannahs, mountains, and forests.

Synonyms

ape, monkey, primate

Examples of usage

  • The baboon groomed its companion.
  • Baboons are often seen foraging in troops.
  • A lone baboon approached the waterhole cautiously.
  • The documentary showcased the daily life of baboons.

Translations

Translations of the word "baboon" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น babuรญno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคฌเฅ‚เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pavian

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ babun

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐะฑัƒั—ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ baboony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒ–ใƒผใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท babouin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ babuino

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท babun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ”๋ถ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงุจูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ paviรกn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ paviรกn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‹’็‹’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ babun

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ babaun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะฑัƒะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ‘แƒฃแƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ babuin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ babuino

Word origin

The word 'baboon' originates from the Middle French word 'babouin', which itself comes from the Latin 'babouinus'. This Latin term is thought to be a derivative of the Greek word 'baboรณn', although the exact etymological link is uncertain. Baboons have been known to humans since antiquity, often depicted in ancient Egyptian art and culture, representing various aspects of life and law. Their distinctive features and social behaviors have made them a subject of interest in both zoology and psychology. Throughout history, they have been associated with different meanings across various cultures, from symbols of beauty and worship in ancient civilizations to subjects of scientific research in modern studies. This long history reflects the complexity and significance of baboons in relation to human understanding of primate behavior.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,968, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.