01 n. In the most general sense, any one of the Quadrumana, including apes, baboons, and lemurs.
pl.
Monkeys ((#))
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1.
In the most general sense, any one of the Quadrumana, including apes, baboons, and lemurs.(Zool.)
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2.
A term of disapproval, ridicule, or contempt, as for a mischievous child.“This is the monkey's own giving out; she is persuaded I will marry her.” — Shak.
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3.
The weight or hammer of a pile driver, that is, a very heavy mass of iron, which, being raised on high, falls on the head of the pile, and drives it into the earth; the falling weight of a drop hammer used in forging.
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4.
A small trading vessel of the sixteenth century.
Phrases & compounds
Monkey boat —
A small boat used in docks
Monkey block —
a small single block strapped with a swivel.
Monkey flower —
a plant of the genus Mimulus; -- so called from the appearance of its gaping corolla.
Monkey gaff —
a light gaff attached to the topmast for the better display of signals at sea.
Monkey jacket —
a short closely fitting jacket, worn by sailors.
Monkey rail —
a second and lighter rail raised about six inches above the quarter rail of a ship.
Monkey shine —
monkey trick.
Monkey trick —
a mischievous prank.