camelid

American  

[kam-uh-lid] / ˈkæm ə lɪd /

noun

1. any two-toed ruminant of the family Camelidae, including the camels, llamas, and vicunas.

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camelid British  

/ kəˈmɛlɪd /

adjective

1. of or relating to camels

2. belonging to the camel family, Camelidae

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noun

1. any animal of the camel family

Etymology

Origin of camelid

First recorded in 1830–35; from New Latin Camēlidae, family name, from Latin camēlus; camel, -id ²

Example Sentences

Nanobodies, which are very small proteins found in camelid species such as camels, llamas, and alpacas, may provide a powerful new way to treat brain disorders like schizophrenia and Alzheimer's disease.

From Science Daily

“The long-term viability of the population becomes uncertain,” says Benito González, chair of the South American Camelid Specialist Group of the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

From Science Magazine

The controversial camelid was sentenced to death after twice testing positive for bovine TB.

From Seattle Times

Escudero said that the remains of a llama, a camelid domesticated by the Incas to provide them with meat and wool, was found nearby, along with ceramic utensils known to be used by the elite.

From Reuters

We all have to find joy in these hard times, even if we find it in an eerie red desert with an anthropomorphic camelid.

From The Guardian