spider monkey
Americannoun
noun
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any of several arboreal New World monkeys of the genus Ateles, of Central and South America, having very long legs, a long prehensile tail, and a small head
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a rare related monkey, Brachyteles arachnoides, of SE Brazil
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Etymology
Origin of spider monkey
First recorded in 1755–65
Example Sentences
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A baby spider monkey discovered by the California Highway Patrol this week is in critical condition, but the Oakland Zoo hopes she will make a full recovery.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 17, 2025
A baby spider monkey discovered by the California Highway Patrol this week is in critical condition — suffering from malnourishment, skin and coat issues and an upper respiratory infection.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 4, 2025
Like the spider monkey, if a species relies on a specific food or a particular quality of tree, those needs will require conservation prioritization.
From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2024
At least six spider monkey species living in Central and South America are considered endangered, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2023
No, that’s not right; I actually fell over my own feet, which felt like they were being remote-controlled by a spider monkey during a sleep-deprivation experiment.
From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen
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