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Definition of slow loris

slow loris

Plural:slow lorises
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slow loris Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A small, nocturnal, slow-moving strepsirrhine primate native to Southeast Asia and bordering areas, noted for its large forward-facing eyes and a toxic bite.

Example

"During our night trek in the Bornean rainforest, we were lucky enough to spot a slow loris clinging to a high branch."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

The term 'slow' refers to its deliberate, creeping movements. 'Loris' comes from the Dutch word 'loeris', meaning 'clown' or 'simpleton', historically applied to these primates by early European explorers.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Slow loris. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/slow loris
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