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Definition of "kinkajou" []

  • An arboreal mammal (Potos flavus) of Central and South America, having brownish fur and a long, prehensile tail. Also called honey bear. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "kinkajou" in a sentence
  • "A kinkajou is a medium-sized monkey-like animal that is really gentle and calm."
  • "According to NBC News, the kinkajou -- an animal native to the forests of Central and South America -- was found in Johnson County, Texas trying to enter a house."
  • "An exotic kinkajou named Pikachu was discovered entering a stranger's home in Texas."
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