Mandrils

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A type of large, primate characterized by elongated snouts and colorful faces, often found in savannas and forests of Africa
2. Species of baboons known for their distinctive facial features and social behavior, living in troops typically in various habitats
3. A robust genus of Old World monkeys recognized for their striking appearance, including pronounced dental structures and vibrant facial markings

Etymology: "Mandrils" is the third-person singular present form of the verb "mandril," meaning to wind a piece of work onto a mandril, a spindle or shaft used to hold something while it is worked on a lathe. The noun it inflects is the same word, which in English refers to the mandrill, the large Old World monkey known for its bright blue and red facial markings. The plural form "mandrils" is a variant spelling of "mandrills," the plural of the noun.