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| ape |
An ape is a certain type of animal. One kind of ape is the gorilla. Apes are similar to monkeys, but they have no tail, and they are quite large. Apes are also very intelligent. They live in the forests of Africa and Asia. |
| baboon |
A baboon is a large monkey that has a long nose similar in shape to a dog's. Baboons live on the ground in large groups in Africa and parts of the Middle East. Baboons are strong and intelligent animals. |
| brain |
(plural) the most intelligent person of a group, or the main planner of something, especially something risky. [1/3 definitions] |
| chimp |
a short form of "chimpanzee," a highly intelligent African species of ape. |
| chimpanzee |
a mammal that lives in African rain forests. Chimpanzees are in the group of primate mammals called apes. They are related to, but smaller than, gorillas. Chimpanzees are very intelligent and sometimes use tools to get food. |
| clever |
having a bright, sharp, and quick mind; intelligent. [1/2 definitions] |
| crow1 |
A crow is a common black bird with a loud call. Crows are very intelligent animals. |
| intelligent |
When an animal or person is intelligent, they have a good ability to learn, think, and understand. |
| monkey |
A monkey is a small mammal. Monkeys are similar to apes, but they usually have tails and are smaller. Monkeys live among trees in warm places on the earth. Monkeys are quite intelligent animals. [1/2 definitions] |
| sharp |
intelligent; clever. [1/10 definitions] |
| smart |
clever; intelligent. [1/6 definitions] |
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