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Orangutan

Description:

An orangutan is a large, arboreal ape native to the rainforests of Indonesia and Malaysia. It is known for its distinctive reddish-brown fur, long arms, and highly intelligent behavior. Orangutans are classified into two species: the Bornean orangutan and the Sumatran orangutan.

Senses:

Noun:

1. Any of the large arboreal apes of the genus Pongo, native to Indonesia and Malaysia.

2. A person resembling an orangutan in appearance or behavior, typically used humorously or derogatorily.

Adjective:

1. Resembling or characteristic of an orangutan.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The Bornean orangutan is critically endangered due to habitat loss.

2. Seeing an orangutan swinging through the trees was a magical experience.

3. He acted like an orangutan, climbing on everything and causing a ruckus.

Adjective:

1. Her wild, orangutan-like hair made her stand out in the crowd.

2. The children imitated the orangutan's swinging motion as they played on the playground.

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