Galago
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɡəˈleɪɡəʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Galago is a noun meaning Any of several species of small, nocturnal and arboreal African primates, of the family Galagidae, with a catlike head and very large, translucent eyes.
Meaning
Any of several species of small, nocturnal and arboreal African primates, of the family Galagidae, with a catlike head and very large, translucent eyes.
Example Sentences
From the trees comes the doleful cry of the black-faced dioch, and the weary rustle of galagos creeping back to their nests after a meticulous night's prowl.
Word Forms
- galagos
- galagoes
Synonyms for galago
Depending on context, synonyms include bushbaby, galagid.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bushbaby, galagid, galagonid, cobego, gelada, galaxiid.
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