koko
[koh-koh]
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Origin of koko
First recorded in 1860–65; variant of kokko, of uncertain origin
Koko
[koh-koh]
- born 1971, female gorilla, born in California: trained to communicate with humans by means of a sign language.
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Examples from the Web for koko
Contemporary Examples
People will love the ‘chili water,’ which adds a nice spice to give our Koko Koa a good ‘punch.’
“KoKo” Hassan has earned his title—uncle—because of his age and seniority.
Koko Hassan said that “Senator” Obama had stayed in this residence when he visited Afghanistan in July 2008.
The next morning he asked for orange juice and coffee, and tipped Koko Hassan $50 when he delivered them to his room.
As I was taking the book out of the box, Koko Hassan walked by.
Historical Examples
The best of her memories was her love for the little cadet Koko.
The Forged Coupon and Other StoriesLeo Tolstoy
That can surrounded the finest brand of Koko Korn syrup, extra rich.
From the Car BehindEleanor M. Ingram
While I was with him, a few weeks ago, he killed two koko bucks.
Stanley in AfricaJames P. Boyd
But afterwards, when she saw her father and especially little Koko (Nicholas), her resolve weakened.
War and PeaceLeo Tolstoy
Passing through Bunde Valley to-day, I saw a herd of nine or ten koko—a huge deer as big as a donkey, with longer legs.
Stanley in AfricaJames P. Boyd