vicugna vicugna

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Noun vicugna vicugna has 1 sense

vicuna, Vicugna vicugna - small wild cud-chewing Andean animal similar to the guanaco but smaller; valued for its fleecy undercoat
--₁ is a kind of even-toed ungulate, artiodactyl, artiodactyl mammal
--₁ is a member of Vicugna, genus Vicugna

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Vicugna Vicugna

Definition:

Vicugna vicugna is a species of South American camelid that is native to the high Andes mountains. It is closely related to the llama and the alpaca.

Senses:

1. Noun - Animal

A small, graceful camelid with fine wool that is highly valued for its softness and warmth.

Example sentence: The vicugna vicugna is known for its luxurious wool, which is often used to make high-end clothing.

2. Noun - Language

An extinct language once spoken by an indigenous group in the region of Vicugna Vicugna.

Example sentence: The linguistic research team is working tirelessly to preserve the remaining fragments of Vicugna Vicugna.

3. Adjective - Local

Relating to or derived from the region of Vicugna Vicugna.

Example sentence: The festival showcased various Vicugna Vicugna crafts and traditions.