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Word of the Day – Bonobo

By August 4, 2020Word of the Day

Bonobo (adj)

bon-o-bo

A chimpanzee with a black face and black hair, found in the rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire). It is believed to be the closest living relative of humans.

1950s a local word.

Example sentences

“He’s working closely with chimpanzees and bonobo.”

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