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pongo
Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A genus of arboreal South American monkeys, also known as titis, that have long, bushy tails and are typically black, gray, or brown in color.
Pronunciations: US: /ˈpɑŋɡoʊ/, UK: /ˈpɒŋɡəʊ/
Origin and Usage: The word "pongo" comes from the indigenous language of the Andes, Quechua, in which it means "I cause to beget" or "I cause to give birth." The term was first used by the Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus in 1766 to describe the genus of monkeys. Pongos are native to South America and are known for their social behavior and vocalizations.
Synonyms: Titi, South American monkey, arboreal monkey.
Related Words: Congo, Mango, Ponga, Tonga, Mongo.
Example Sentences:
- The pongo is one of the few primates that is monogamous, forming lifelong bonds with a single mate.
- Pongos are highly territorial and will defend their home range from other groups of monkeys.
- The pongos long, prehensile tail helps it to balance and move through the trees with ease.