猴
monkey; clever
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesnoun
monkey; ape
The general term for primates of the family Cercopithecidae and others.
The monkeys in the zoo are eating bananas.
There are many wild monkeys on this mountain.
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Monkeys are very intelligent animals.
He is as nimble as a monkey.
In the story, the monkey stole the peaches of immortality.
adjective
clever; mischievous; crafty
dialectA dialectal and informal term used to describe a smart, lively, or naughty child. Often carries an affectionate tone.
This kid is so clever, he can do everything.
He's really sharp; he understands everything adults say.
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Don't underestimate him because he's young; he's incredibly clever and crafty.
That mischievous kid has climbed up the tree again.
She has been clever since childhood and has a lot of ideas.
verb
to crouch like a monkey; to squat
dialectA dialectal and informal verb describing a particular posture.
He crouched on the steps, cracking and eating sunflower seeds.
Don't just squat there by the door; come in and sit down.
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The kids crouched on top of the wall watching the excitement.
He likes to perch on the arm of the sofa watching TV.
The kitten was curled up on the windowsill, sunbathing.
noun
a surname
A relatively uncommon Chinese surname.
I know a Mr. Hou.
Teacher Hou is our math teacher.
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There aren't many famous historical figures with the surname Hou.
It seems the surname Hou is not listed in the classic Hundred Family Surnames.
His full name is Hou Jianguo.