noun
- plural of chimpanzee; large apes native to Africa that are closely related to humans
Examples
- The chimpanzees swung from branch to branch in the forest.
- Scientists study chimpanzees to learn about human evolution.
- The zoo’s chimpanzees are very intelligent and playful.
- Wild chimpanzees live in groups called communities.
- Chimpanzees use tools to extract insects from tree bark.
- The documentary showed chimpanzees caring for their young.