chimp
UK: tʃɪmp | US: tʃɪmp
n. a colloquial term for a chimpanzee, a highly intelligent primate native to Africa.
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chimp = chim<shortened form of "chimpanzee"> + p<redundant ending, likely for phonetic ease>
Etymology Origin:
The word "chimp" is a clipped form of "chimpanzee," which itself derives from the Tshiluba (Bantu) word kivili-chimpenze, meaning "mockman" or "ape." The shortening to "chimp" reflects English's tendency to create informal, monosyllabic terms for familiar animals (e.g., "rhino" for rhinoceros). The redundant "p" likely arose from colloquial speech patterns, ensuring the word ends with a plosive sound for clarity.
The chimp used a stick to extract termites from a mound.
Researchers observed the chimp solving complex puzzles with ease.
A baby chimp clung to its mother as they swung through the trees.
The documentary highlighted the chimp's ability to communicate using sign language.
Visitors at the zoo laughed at the chimp's playful antics.