Indri

Pronunciation: /ˈɪndri/

Definitions of Indri

noun A type of lemur native to Madagascar, known for its large eyes and long tail

Example Sentences

A1 The Indri is a type of lemur found in Madagascar.

A2 Indris communicate through loud, eerie calls that can be heard for miles.

B1 The Indri is known for its distinctive black and white fur pattern.

B2 Conservation efforts are being made to protect the Indri from habitat loss.

C1 Researchers are studying the behavior and ecology of the Indri to better understand its role in the ecosystem.

C2 The Indri's unique vocalizations have fascinated scientists for years.

Examples of Indri in a Sentence

formal The Indri is a critically endangered species of lemur found in Madagascar.

informal I saw a picture of an Indri lemur online and it was so cute!

slang I heard that Indri lemurs are known for their acrobatic skills in the trees.

figurative The Indri lemur's haunting call echoes through the rainforest like a melancholic song.

Grammatical Forms of Indri

• past tense: Indried
• plural: Indris
• comparative: more Indri
• superlative: most Indri
• present tense: Indri
• future tense: will Indri
• perfect tense: have Indried
• continuous tense: is Indriing
• singular: Indri
• positive degree: Indri
• infinitive: to Indri
• gerund: Indriing
• participle: Indried

Origin and Evolution of Indri

First Known Use: 1795 year

Language of Origin: Malagasy

Story behind the word: The word 'Indri' is derived from the Malagasy language, spoken in Madagascar.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the largest lemurs found in Madagascar, the word 'Indri' has come to be commonly used to specifically refer to the Indri indri species of lemurs.