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Definition of camel

camel

/ˈkæm.əl/
cam · el

Plural:camels
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camel Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A large, long-necked even-toed ungulate native to the arid regions of Asia and Northern Africa, distinguished by one or two fatty deposits known as humps on its back.

Example

"The expedition relied on a sturdy camel to carry their water supplies across the vast desert dunes."


2

A light yellowish-brown color, similar to the natural unbleached hair of a camel.

Example

"The interior designer suggested painting the living room walls in a warm camel to create an inviting atmosphere."

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• adjective

1

Having a light yellowish-brown color, resembling the hair of a camel.

Example

"She accessorized her elegant winter outfit with a camel scarf and matching leather boots."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'camel', from Latin 'camelus', derived from Greek 'kamēlos', ultimately of Semitic origin (compare Hebrew 'gāmāl', Arabic 'jamal').

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