giant anteater

noun

: a large bushy-tailed anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) of Central and South America

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The parks are also home to tapirs, giant anteaters, howler monkeys, ocelots, and jaguars. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025 Even as a kid he was struck by the glitter of sunlight on the backs of caimans and the giant anteaters who sashayed among termite mounds. — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2025 Travelers often visit the region hoping to spot animals like giant anteaters, river otters, tapirs and even jaguars. — Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026 Some of the more unique animals at the zoo include the python, giant anteater, cheetah, flamingos, Florida panther and the capybara. — Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 23 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for giant anteater

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First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of giant anteater was in 1940

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giant anteater

noun
: a large anteater of Central and South America that has shaggy gray fur and a bushy tail

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