gibbon Meaning & Definition
/ˈɡɪbən/
What Does Gibbon Mean?
As a noun, gibbon means A small, arboreal ape of the family Hylobatidae with long limbs, which they use to travel through tropical rainforests by swinging from branch to branch.
Word Facts for Gibbon
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɡɪbən/ |
| Synonyms | hylobates lar, hylobatid and lesser ape |
| Plural | gibbons |
Gibbon Definition (Noun)
- A small, arboreal ape of the family Hylobatidae with long limbs, which they use to travel through tropical rainforests by swinging from branch to branch.
Noun
- Alternative form of jibbon (“spring onion”).
Noun
- A small ape of the family Hylobatidae with long limbs, which it uses to travel through rainforests by swinging from branch to branch.
Synonyms of Gibbon
Gibbon synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
gibbon (plural gibbons)
Words That Rhyme With Gibbon
Origin of Gibbon
Reborrowing from French gibbon, folk etymology (compare English Gibbon)[1] ultimately from a Northern Aslian language (compare Batek kəboɲ).[2]
Common Questions About Gibbon
What part of speech is gibbon?
Gibbon is a noun.
What is another word for gibbon?
Words with a similar meaning to gibbon include hylobates lar, hylobatid and lesser ape. See the full list of gibbon synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of gibbon?
The plural of gibbon is gibbons.