Washoe

[wosh-oh, waw-shoh]

noun

1. 1965–2007, female chimpanzee: first ape trained to communicate with humans by means of a sign language.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Washoe¹

Named after Washoe County, in northwest Nevada, where the chimpanzee was raised

Example Sentences

The remains of the man, who has not been identified, are with the Washoe County regional medical examiner’s office.

From Los Angeles Times

Drug intoxication was suspected in his death, according to a preliminary investigation by the Washoe County regional medical examiner’s office.

From Los Angeles Times

A mother and daughter in the party, both wearing life jackets, were rescued by a Washoe County sheriff’s team.

From Los Angeles Times

For six days, the city saw a seven-car convoy of black SUVs carry the media mogul and his family to the Washoe County Courthouse.

From BBC

The private court case is being held at Washoe County Courthouse in Reno, Nevada.

From BBC