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marmoset

A small South American monkey with a short tail.
Noun
pl: marmosets

A marmoset is a specific type of New World monkey native to South America. In common conversation, it is often grouped with tamarins, though they are distinct genera. The term evokes an image of a very small, energetic primate with a characteristic short tail and claw-like nails rather than flat nails.

Because it is a specific biological name, it is used primarily in scientific, zoological, or descriptive contexts. It does not carry metaphorical meanings or emotional connotations beyond the general "cuteness" associated with small animals.

Meanings

Noun

A small South American monkey with a short tail.

See a marmoset.

Examples

The pygmy marmoset is the smallest monkey in the world.

The pygmy marmoset is the smallest monkey in the world.

Trivia

Look at that marmoset clinging to the branch.

Look at that marmoset clinging to the branch.

I wonder if the marmoset enjoys eating those fruits.

I wonder if the marmoset enjoys eating those fruits.

The zoo has a special enclosure for the marmoset family.

The zoo has a special enclosure for the marmoset family.

Travel

A marmoset uses its claws to grip tree bark.

A marmoset uses its claws to grip tree bark.

That marmoset is so tiny it could fit in my hand.

That marmoset is so tiny it could fit in my hand.

The biologist studied the social behavior of the marmoset.

The biologist studied the social behavior of the marmoset.

Wait, is that a marmoset or a tamarind monkey?

Wait, is that a marmoset or a tamarind monkey?

The marmosets chattered loudly as the keeper approached.

The marmosets chattered loudly as the keeper approached.

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