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apes

/eɪps/

Intermediate

Primates, mimics

📚 Meanings

Noun (plural)
  • 1.

    Large primates, such as gorillas, chimpanzees, and orangutans, that are characterized by their lack of a tail and long, powerful arms.

    "Apes are known for their intelligence."

Verb (third person singular present)
  • 1.

    To imitate or mimic (someone or something), especially in an unthinking or exaggerated way.

    "He often apes his older brother's mannerisms."

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Many scientists study the social behavior of apes in the wild.

Many scientists study the social behavior of apes in the wild.

The comedian apes famous politicians, often making the audience laugh.

The comedian apes famous politicians, often making the audience laugh.

It's easy for children to ape the actions of their parents.

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apes - translations in 8 languages

한국어유인원, 흉내 내다
EnglishPrimates, mimics
简体中文猿类,模仿
Tiếng ViệtVượn, bắt chước
Françaisgrands singes
Españolsimios
Монголхүн төрөлхтөн
ไทยลิงใหญ่

Frequently asked about apes

How do you pronounce apes?

apes is pronounced [/eɪps/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.

What does apes mean?

apes means "Primates, mimics". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.

How difficult is apes?

apes is a Intermediate-level word.

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Example: "Many scientists study the social behavior of apes in the wild." — used to mean "Primates, mimics".

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