Meaning of the word lemur in English

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lemur

US /ˈliː.mɚ/
UK /ˈliː.mɚ/
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Noun

1.

a strepsirrhine primate endemic to Madagascar and the nearby Comoro Islands. They are characterized by their large eyes, long tails, and often ringed patterns on their tails.

Example:
The ring-tailed lemur is one of the most recognizable species.
Many species of lemur are endangered due to habitat loss.
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