hamadryas

hæməˈdraɪəs

Definitions

1. noun

A species of baboon found in Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, particularly in the highlands of Ethiopia.

“The hamadryas baboons were seen playing in the trees of the forest.”

2. noun

A baboon of any species in the genus Papio, especially one that has a distinctive mane.

“The hamadryas baboon is known for its distinctive facial features.”

Synonyms

  • baboon
  • mandrill

Antonyms

  • human