baboon

Meanings

• A large primate characterized by its long, curved fingers and its strong, muscular build.

  - "The baboon swung from tree to tree using its long fingers."
  - "Baboons are social animals that live in large troops."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌbæˈbuːn/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with baboon
baboon , moon , spoon

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Variants

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baboon , baboons , baboon spider , baboon spiders , chacma , chacma baboon , chacmas , gelada , gelada baboon , hamadryas baboon , hamadryas baboons , sacred baboon , sacred baboons

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Etymology

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The word 'baboon' comes from the Arabic word 'abū'n, which means 'father of monkeys'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Primate: Baboons belong to the order Primates, which includes a wide range of species, including lemurs, lorises, tarsiers, monkeys, and apes.

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Culture

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Baboons have played significant roles in various cultures throughout history. In some African societies, baboons were revered as spiritual beings and were believed to possess magical powers. In other cultures, baboons were depicted in various forms of art, literature, and music.

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