Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mico
noun
/ˈmiː.koʊ/
Definition
A type of small monkey found in Central and South America, often characterized by its lively behavior and long tail.
Examples
1. The mico jumped playfully from branch to branch in the rainforest.
2. He made a real mico when he slipped and fell at the party.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘mico’ typically refers to certain species of monkeys, particularly those in the family Callitrichidae, including marmosets and tamarins. The term can also be used colloquially to describe a foolish or silly action.
Synonyms
- monkey
- ape
- primate