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Definition of Manis
1. Noun. Type genus of the Manidae.
Exact synonyms: Genus Manis
Generic synonyms: Mammal Genus
Group relationships: Family Manidae, Manidae
Member holonyms: Anteater, Pangolin, Scaly Anteater
Generic synonyms: Mammal Genus
Group relationships: Family Manidae, Manidae
Member holonyms: Anteater, Pangolin, Scaly Anteater
Definition of Manis
1. n. A genus of edentates, covered with large, hard, triangular scales, with sharp edges that overlap each other like tiles on a roof. They inhabit the warmest parts of Asia and Africa, and feed on ants. Called also Scaly anteater. See Pangolin.
Definition of Manis
1. mani [n] - See also: mani
Medical Definition of Manis
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