What is another word for Gibbons?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈɪbənz] (IPA)

Gibbons, also known as lesser apes, are small agile primates found in the tropical and subtropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. These highly acrobatic animals are prized for their enchanting vocalizations and are often referred to as "singing apes." There are several synonyms for the word gibbons, including Hylobatidae, which is the family name for all species of gibbons, and popularly, sometimes referred to as "tree apes." Other synonyms include "small apes," "tree dwellers," and "tree-swinging primates." While these synonyms can be used interchangeably with the term gibbons, they are mainly used when referring to the specific characteristics and behaviors of these fascinating animals.

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    • Proper noun, singular
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Usage examples for Gibbons

I picked up a lot of it from him-it's a way men have-Gibbons, his name is.
"Night and Day"
Virginia Woolf
That military force soon appeared under the command of General Gibbons, and for two weeks or more the town was under martial law.
"Memoirs of Orange Jacobs"
Orange Jacobs
Gibbons seventeen were killed.
"Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution"
L. Carroll Judson

Famous quotes with Gibbons

  • My favorite book of all time is Cold Comfort Farm, by Stella Gibbons.
    Meg Cabot
  • Cedric Gibbons was the grand cardinal of the art department.
    Vincente Minnelli
  • I was very surprised when I heard that I had been chosen to receive the James Cardinal Gibbons Award.
    Aaron Neville
  • My own ambition in the ring had always been skillful boxing, speed and defense - on the order of Mike Gibbons.
    Gene Tunney
  • Gibbons is a man full of pain and violence. On this night, there is a Witch's Sabbath in his heart. Storms are blowing his world to bits and great troubles are pounding him on a reef.
    Ben Hecht

Related words: gibbon, gibbon habitat, gibbon family, endangered gibbons

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