gorilla (Meaning)
gorilla (n)
largest anthropoid ape; terrestrial and vegetarian; of forests of central west Africa
gorilla (n.)
A large, arboreal, anthropoid ape of West Africa. It is larger than a man, and is remarkable for its massive skeleton and powerful muscles, which give it enormous strength. In some respects its anatomy, more than that of any other ape, except the chimpanzee, resembles that of man.
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gorilla Sentence Examples
- The towering gorilla ambled through the rainforest, its gaze penetrating.
- Scientists observed the mother gorilla cradling her newborn with tender care.
- The silverback gorilla possessed an imposing presence, a guardian of the troop.
- The gorilla's powerful grip could crush a skull with ease.
- The movie depicted a close bond between a young boy and an orphaned gorilla.
- The gorilla sanctuary provided a safe haven for these magnificent creatures.
- The researcher studied the gorilla's complex social behavior and communication skills.
- The gorilla's habitat had been threatened by deforestation and climate change.
- The gorilla's chest-beating was a territorial display, warning intruders to stay away.
- Conservationists worked tirelessly to protect the endangered gorilla species.
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The towering gorilla ambled through the rainforest, its gaze penetrating.
Scientists observed the mother gorilla cradling her newborn with tender care.
The silverback gorilla possessed an imposing presence, a guardian of the troop.
The gorilla's powerful grip could crush a skull with ease.
