Lemur (noun)

A primate of a family (Lemuridae) that is native to Madagascar and nearby islands and that typically has a long snout, large eyes, and long hindlimbs.

Origin:

From the latin lemures, from lemures "ghosts, spirits".

Examples:

1. The lemur's long snout and large eyes help it navigate in the dark.
2. The lemur's long hindlimbs allow it to leap great distances.
3. The ring-tailed lemur is a social animal, living in groups.
4. The lemur's diet consists mainly of fruits, leaves, and insects.
5. The lemur is a primate that is native to the island of Madagascar.