pangolin

Meanings

• noun

  A scaly, anteater-like mammal, native to Asia and Africa, with strong claws used for defense and digging.

  - "The pangolin is the only mammal covered in scales."
  - "Pangolins are also known as scaly anteaters."

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Synonyms

scaly anteater , trenggiling

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Rhymes

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malign , pallbearer , pallid , valiant

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Variants

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pangolin , pangolins , scaly anteater

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Etymology

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The word 'pangolin' comes from the Malay word 'pengguling', which means 'roller' or 'something that rolls up'. This refers to the way pangolins roll up into a ball when threatened.

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Trivia

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1. Pangolins are the most illegally traded mammals in the world.

2. There are eight species of pangolins, four in Asia and four in Africa.

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Related Concepts

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1. Anteater: Pangolins are the only mammals that are closely related to anteaters.

2. Scaly Anteater: Another name for a pangolin.

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Culture

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In Chinese culture, pangolins are considered a delicacy and are highly valued for their meat and medicinal properties. In some African cultures, pangolins are believed to bring good luck.

How to Memorize "pangolin"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a pangolin rolling up into a ball to defend itself.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pangolin' with the image of a scaly, anteater-like mammal.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Pangolins are the only mammals with scales and claws' to remember the unique features of this animal.

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