loris
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- noun
- /ˈlɔːrɪs/
- Indian
- Tevaanku slender loris (once human; two races of loris have been scientifically described for India, and Paliyans recognize both, for they are distinct in size, coloring, and behavior)
- a slow loris
- a slender loris
Examples
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In the rainforest, I spotted a slow loris climbing gracefully among the trees.
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So this is a loris, A loris, so slow loris.
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And this species is a slow loris, very cute type of primate.
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Tevaanku slender loris (once human; two races of loris have been scientifically described for India, and Paliyans recognize both, for they are distinct in size, coloring, and behavior)
Academic text (1993) -
The slow loris is known for its large eyes and gentle movements.
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A slow loris can often be seen resting on a branch during the day.
Synonyms
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A small night animal like a monkey with big eyes that moves slowly
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A small thin animal like a monkey from southern India and Sri Lanka with large eyes and slow movements
A small, thick-bodied animal from southeast Asia that is active at night called the pygmy slow loris
Compounds
- Indian
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A small thin animal like a monkey from southern India and Sri Lanka with large eyes and slow movements
- Specialized
A small night animal with a thin body that lives in trees in southern India and Sri Lanka
- Specialized
A group of small primates that move slowly and live in trees at night in southern and southeast Asia
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Etymology
The word loris comes from the Dutch word loeris, which meant 'clown' or 'simple person' and was used for the animal because of its slow, careful movements and big, round eyes, so loris now names this small, slow-moving tree animal from South and Southeast Asia.