lemuridae

/lɛmjʊəˈriːdiː/

Definitions

1. noun

a family of prosimian primates, including lemurs and lorises.

“The lemuridae family is native to the island of Madagascar.”

2. plural noun

lemurs, collectively.

“The lemuridae roam the forest floor, eating leaves and fruits.”

Synonyms

  • lemur
  • loris
  • prosimian

Antonyms

  • human
  • monkey
  • primate