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macaque

[məˈkɑːk]

macaque Definition

  • 1a type of monkey that is found in Asia and Africa
  • 2a person who behaves in a mischievous or impudent way

Using macaque: Examples

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

  • Example

    The macaque is known for its intelligence and social behavior.

  • Example

    The temple was full of macaques, which are considered sacred animals in Hinduism.

  • Example

    He's such a macaque, always playing pranks on his friends.

macaque Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for macaque

Phrases with macaque

  • a type of macaque native to South, Central, and Southeast Asia

    Example

    The rhesus macaque is often used in medical research.

  • a type of macaque native to Japan, also known as the snow monkey

    Example

    The Japanese macaque is known for its habit of bathing in hot springs during winter.

  • crab-eating macaque

    a type of macaque found in Southeast Asia and parts of South Asia

    Example

    The crab-eating macaque is often seen near human settlements, scavenging for food.

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Summary: macaque in Brief

A 'macaque' [məˈkɑːk] is a type of monkey found in Asia and Africa. It is known for its intelligence and social behavior, and is considered a sacred animal in Hinduism. The term can also refer to a person who behaves in a mischievous or impudent way, as in 'He's such a macaque, always playing pranks on his friends.'