Meaning of the word chimpanzee in English

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chimpanzee

US /ˌtʃɪm.pænˈziː/
UK /ˌtʃɪm.pænˈziː/
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Noun

1.

a highly intelligent ape with large ears, a black face, and dark hair, native to central and western Africa.

Example:
The chimpanzee swung gracefully through the trees.
Scientists are studying the communication methods of chimpanzees.
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