Meaning of the word "spider monkey" in English

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spider monkey

US /ˈspaɪ.dər ˌmʌŋ.ki/
UK /ˈspaɪ.dər ˌmʌŋ.ki/
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Noun

1.

a New World monkey with long, slender limbs and a long prehensile tail, found in tropical forests from southern Mexico to Brazil.

Example:
The spider monkey swung gracefully through the trees.
Spider monkeys are known for their long, prehensile tails.
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