camel (Meaning)
camel (n)
cud-chewing mammal used as a draft or saddle animal in desert regions
camel (n.)
A large ruminant used in Asia and Africa for carrying burdens and for riding. The camel is remarkable for its ability to go a long time without drinking. Its hoofs are small, and situated at the extremities of the toes, and the weight of the animal rests on the callous. The dromedary (Camelus dromedarius) has one bunch on the back, while the Bactrian camel (C. Bactrianus) has two. The llama, alpaca, and vicu
A water-tight structure (as a large box or boxes) used to assist a vessel in passing over a shoal or bar or in navigating shallow water. By admitting water, the camel or camels may be sunk and attached beneath or at the sides of a vessel, and when the water is pumped out the vessel is lifted.
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camel Sentence Examples
- The camel is known as the "ship of the desert" due to its ability to endure long periods without water.
- In many desert cultures, the camel is revered for its strength, endurance, and adaptability.
- A camel's hump serves as a reservoir of fat, allowing it to go for extended periods without food or water.
- The Bedouin tribes of the Middle East have long relied on camels for transportation, milk, and meat.
- Camels have a unique walking gait that helps them traverse sandy terrain with ease.
- During the annual camel festival in Rajasthan, India, thousands of people gather to watch camel races and performances.
- The Bactrian camel, with its two humps, is native to the steppes of Central Asia.
- Camels are well-suited to desert environments, with long eyelashes and nostrils that can be closed to protect against sand and dust.
- The nomads loaded their goods onto the camel's back before embarking on their journey across the Sahara.
- In ancient times, camels played a crucial role in trade along the Silk Road, carrying goods between Asia and Europe.
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cud-chewing mammal used as a draft or saddle animal in desert regionsA large ruminant used in Asia and Africa for carrying burdens and for riding. The camel is
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The camel is known as the "ship of the desert" due to its ability to endure long periods without water.
In many desert cultures, the camel is revered for its strength, endurance, and adaptability.
A camel's hump serves as a reservoir of fat, allowing it to go for extended periods without food or water.
The Bedouin tribes of the Middle East have long relied on camels for transportation, milk, and meat.
