Gorilla: meaning, definitions and examples

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gorilla

 

[ ษกษ™หˆrษชlษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in the wild

A gorilla is a large ape that is native to Africa. They are known for their strength and intelligence, and they live in close-knit family groups. Gorillas are herbivores, primarily eating fruits and plants.

Synonyms

ape, great ape, primate

Examples of usage

  • I saw a gorilla in the wild during my safari.
  • Gorillas are endangered due to habitat loss and poaching.
Context #2 | Noun

in captivity

A gorilla is a popular attraction in zoos due to their size and behavior. They are often part of conservation programs to help protect the species. Gorillas in captivity are well cared for and have enrichment activities to keep them mentally stimulated.

Synonyms

captivity, conservation program, zoo

Examples of usage

  • The zoo has a family of gorillas for visitors to see.
  • The gorilla sanctuary provides a safe space for rescued apes.

Translations

Translations of the word "gorilla" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gorila

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅ‹เคฐเคฟเคฒเฅเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gorilla

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gorila

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะพั€ะธะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ goryl

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ดใƒชใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gorille

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gorila

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท goril

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณ ๋ฆด๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบูˆุฑูŠู„ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gorila

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gorila

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคง็Œฉ็Œฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gorila

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gรณrilla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะพั€ะธะปะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qorilla

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gorila

Etymology

The word 'gorilla' is derived from the Greek word 'gorillai' which means 'a tribe of hairy women.' It was first used in the English language in the 19th century to describe the large apes found in Africa. Gorillas are closely related to humans and share a common ancestor. They have been a subject of fascination and study for centuries.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,685, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.