brachiation

[US]/[brəˈʃiːʃən]/
[UK]/[brəˈʃiːʃən]/

Translation

n.The act of moving through trees or other vegetation by swinging from branch to branch.; The method of locomotion used by primates that involves swinging from branch to branch.
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Phrases & Collocations

brachiation technique

practicing brachiation

brachiation movement

brachiation skills

brachiation research

brachiation observed

brachiation ability

brachiation style

brachiation display

brachiation evolution

Example Sentences

the monkey demonstrated impressive brachiation through the rainforest canopy.

researchers studied the efficiency of brachiation in various primate species.

brachiation allows agile primates to navigate the forest with ease.

the orangutan's specialized anatomy is perfectly suited for brachiation.

observe the gibbon's graceful and rapid form of brachiation.

evolution favored primates capable of efficient brachiation in arboreal environments.

the spider monkey is renowned for its skillful brachiation techniques.

brachiation is a key adaptation for life in the trees.

they spent hours filming the primates engaging in complex brachiation.

the development of brachiation was crucial for primate diversification.

the forest provided ample opportunities for practicing brachiation.

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