mountain gorilla

noun

: a gorilla (Gorilla gorilla beringei) inhabiting the Virunga mountain range

Examples of mountain gorilla in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This low level of genetic diversity is similar to that of present-day mountain gorillas, who live in groups of four to 20 individuals. Bridget Alex, Discover Magazine, 6 June 2024 The Gorilla Trek virtual reality experience is a 360-degree virtual reality film with motion platform seating that follows mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 12 Apr. 2024 But visiting YouTubers documenting mountain gorilla tourism weren't following these guidelines, according to a study published in 2020. Harriet Marsden, The Week Uk, theweek, 5 Mar. 2024 One&Only is the closest resort to the park, which means that after a day of hiking to get close to the famed mountain gorillas, the trip back won’t be arduous. Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mountain gorilla 

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Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mountain gorilla was in 1922

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“Mountain gorilla.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mountain%20gorilla. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.

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