chimp

noun

ˈchimp How to pronounce chimp (audio)
 sometimes  ˈshimp

Examples of chimp in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The young chimp protagonist, Noa (Owen Teague), stumbles upon the structure alongside the silent, feral human girl who has become his travel companion. Phillip MacIak, New York Times, 23 May 2024 Three months later, the grieving mother continues to carry the baby chimp's body. Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for chimp 

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Word History

First Known Use

1877, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of chimp was in 1877

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“Chimp.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chimp. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

chimp

noun
ˈchimp How to pronounce chimp (audio)
ˈshimp

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