choloepus

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Noun choloepus has 1 sense

Choloepus, genus Choloepus - a genus of Megalonychidae
--₁ is a kind of mammal genus
--₁ is a member of Megalonychidae, family Megalonychidae
--₁ has members:
two-toed sloth, unau, Choloepus didactylus; two-toed sloth, unau, Choloepus hoffmanni

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Choloepus

Definition:

Choloepus is a genus of mammals belonging to the family Bradypodidae, commonly known as the two-toed sloths. They are tree-dwelling animals native to Central and South America.

Senses:

Noun (singular): Choloepus

1. A genus of mammals belonging to the family Bradypodidae.

Example sentence: The Choloepus species are known for their slow movements and unique tree-dwelling lifestyle.

Plural noun form: Choloepuses

Noun (plural): Choloepuses

1. Members of the genus Choloepus.

Example sentence: The Choloepuses can be found across various regions of Central and South America.