Search Dictionary
Definition of bornean orangutan
bornean orangutan
Plural:Bornean orangutans
• noun
1
A critically endangered species of great ape native to the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia, known for its highly arboreal lifestyle, remarkable intelligence, and distinctive reddish-brown hair.
Example
"Conservationists are working tirelessly to protect the rainforest habitats of the Bornean orangutan from widespread deforestation."
• Nearby Words
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bornean orangutan. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bornean%20orangutan