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Manis

Manis

9.9
A group of animals called pangolins that live in Asia and Africa
  • noun
  • /ˈmænɪs/
  • Specialized
: Manis

Examples

  • ...we were on our way to get manis and pedis for the ball tonight.

    Another Cinderella Story (2008)

  • Well, they’ve pulled it together again, with fabulous speakers, presenters, and sharers of their talents, wine-sipping, shopping, and manis and pedis for heaven's sake!

    Blog text (7)

  • The Manis is a unique type of mammal known for its scales and is commonly found in Asia.

  • Many species of Manis can be seen roaming in the wild, showcasing their distinctive appearance.

  • Conservationists are working hard to protect the natural habitats of the Manis, as they are threatened by poaching.

Synonyms

genus Manis
vsManis
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of animals that includes all pangolins

specifies that those species are found in Asia and Africa

Compounds

genus Manis
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of animals that includes all pangolins

Surface Forms

Manis singular
Manises plural

Etymology

Manis is the scientific genus name given to pangolins by early naturalists. A helpful way to remember it is to think of Manis as the 'family name' scientists use for these scaly, insect-eating mammals.