entellus
- noun
- Indian
- An entellus perched on the temple roof, scanning the crowds below.
Examples
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The entellus is commonly seen in temples, where it is considered a sacred animal.
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The entellus is often seen in temples across India.
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Local villagers protect the entellus because of its religious significance.
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Many people consider the entellus a sacred animal.
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The entellus monkeys are known for their playful behavior and can often be seen swinging from branch to branch in the forests of India.
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In many parts of India, people consider the entellus sacred and often leave offerings for them in temples.
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The entellus is a striking langur monkey, recognizable by its long tail and sociable nature.
Synonyms
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A long-tailed monkey from Asia that lives in forests and eats leaves
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A large gray monkey from southern Asia often seen as sacred in India
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A gray monkey with a long tail that lives in India and is often seen near temples
A type of monkey from southern Asia often seen near temples and considered holy in India
Compounds
- Indian
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A gray monkey with a long tail that lives in India and is often seen near temples
Surface Forms
Etymology
Entellus is the scientific name for a langur monkey from India that is often seen around temples. A helpful way to remember it is to think of the sacred monkeys linked to the god Hanuman, so entellus brings to mind the 'Indian temple monkey' of southern Asia.