Meaning & use
Pangolin
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A scaly, nocturnal mammal native to Africa and Asia that curls into a ball for defense and feeds mainly on ants and termites.
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The pangolin rolled itself into a tight, armored ball when the predator approached.
Pangolins are among the most trafficked mammals in the world due to demand for their scales.
A note on using this word
The name comes from the Malay word 'pengguling,' meaning 'one who rolls up,' describing its distinctive defensive behavior.
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