Definition of "capuchins" []

• Plural form of capuchin. (noun)

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• "These were the marimondes (Ateles belzebuth), and those bearded monkeys called capuchins, which must not be confounded with the weeper, or sai (Simia capucina of Buffon)."
• "Since 1979, the organization has placed 145 capuchins with disabled people."
• ""Unfortunately in the U.S., many monkeys purchased as pets do not get the care and attention they deserve throughout their 30 - to 40-year lifespan," said Megan Talbert, executive director of Helping Hands, explaining why the organization does not embrace the idea of capuchins as pets."