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manidae

 

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Noun manidae has 1 sense
  1. Manidae, family Manidae - coextensive with the order Pholidota
    --1 is a kind of mammal family
    --1 is a member of Pholidota, order Pholidota
    --1 has members: Manis, genus Manis

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Manidae

Description:

Manidae refers to a family of mammals belonging to the order Pholidota. They are commonly known as pangolins or scaly anteaters. Pangolins are characterized by their unique covering of overlapping scales, which provide excellent protection. They are primarily insectivorous and are found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Sense 1 - Noun:

A member of the Manidae family.

Example Sentence: The pangolin is a fascinating manidae known for its protective scales.

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Sense 2 - Plural Noun:

The family of mammals to which pangolins or scaly anteaters belong.

Example Sentence: The manidae are unique creatures with an extraordinary defense mechanism.

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