Definition of "monkey"

Kid-friendly meaning of monkey, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "monkey" mean?

monkey (noun) — a funny climbing animal with a long tail.

Part of speechNoun Syllables2 (mon·key)

Example sentences using "monkey"

Grade K–2
The monkey is funny.
Grade 3–5
A whole troop of monkeys jumped from one tall tree to another at the rescue center.
Grade 6–8
Watching a monkey use a stick to fish ants out of a hole is one of those moments where you remember how closely we're related to other animals.

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