Gibbon: meaning, definitions and examples

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gibbon

 

[ หˆษกษชbษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal species

A gibbon is a type of small ape that is part of the family Hylobatidae. They are known for their long arms and ability to swing through trees in a brachiation style. Gibbons are found in the forests of Southeast Asia and are characterized by their loud, complex vocalizations.

Synonyms

ape, lesser ape, primitive ape.

Examples of usage

  • The gibbon swung gracefully from branch to branch.
  • We heard the haunting calls of gibbons echoing through the jungle.
  • Gibbons are often called 'lesser apes' due to their smaller size.
  • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting gibbon habitats.

Translations

Translations of the word "gibbon" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gibรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคฟเคฌเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gibbon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gibbon

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั–ะฑะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gibon

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฎใƒœใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gibbon

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gibรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gibon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€๋ด‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌูŠุจูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gibon

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gibon

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้•ฟ่‡‚็Œฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gibon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gibbon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะธะฑะฑะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ˜แƒ‘แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gibon

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gibรณn

Etymology

The word 'gibbon' derives from the French term 'gibbon', which itself is thought to come from a dialectical term of the early French language, referring to a type of ape. The introduction of the term into the English vernacular can be traced back to the early 18th century. Gibbons are unique among primates and were distinguished as a separate family due to their anatomical and behavioral characteristics. As small, arboreal apes, they exhibit traits such as long arms and a lack of tail, setting them apart from other primates. Their social behaviors and vocalizations have fascinated researchers and nature enthusiasts alike, leading to further study and appreciation of these remarkable creatures.