lorises

[ˈlɒrɪsiːz]

lorises Definition

• 1. small, nocturnal primates with large eyes and a long tail, native to Africa and Asia
• 2. any of several slow-moving, arboreal, nocturnal primates of the family Lorisidae, of Africa and southern Asia, having woolly fur and a vestigial index finger

Using lorises: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lorises" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Lorises are known for their large, round eyes.

• Example

  Slow lorises have a toxic bite that they use for self-defense.

• Example

  Lorises are often kept as exotic pets, but this is illegal in many countries.

Phrases with lorises

• slow loris

  a type of loris that has a toxic bite and is often kept as an exotic pet

  Example

  The slow loris is a protected species due to illegal trade and habitat loss.

• bushbaby

  a small, nocturnal primate native to Africa, also known as galago

  Example

  Bushbabies are known for their large, expressive eyes and leaping abilities.

• pygmy loris

  a small, nocturnal primate native to Southeast Asia

  Example

  The pygmy loris is threatened by habitat loss and hunting for traditional medicine.

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Summary: lorises in Brief

Lorises [ˈlɒrɪsiːz] are small, nocturnal primates native to Africa and Asia. They are known for their large eyes and slow movements. Slow lorises have a toxic bite and are often kept as exotic pets, although this is illegal in many countries.