spider monkey

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Noun spider monkey has 1 sense

spider monkey, Ateles geoffroyi - arboreal monkey of tropical America with long slender legs and long prehensile tail
--₁ is a kind of New World monkey, platyrrhine
--₁ is a member of Ateles, genus Ateles

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Spider Monkey

Noun

Definition: A type of monkey belonging to the genus Ateles, characterized by their long limbs and prehensile tail.

Example Sentences:

The spider monkey swung effortlessly through the trees, using its long limbs to navigate the forest canopy.
As their name suggests, spider monkeys are known for their ability to hang by their tails.
Spider monkeys primarily feed on fruits, nuts, and leaves.