tarsier

English

/ˈta(ɹ)si.ə(ɹ)/

noun
Definitions
  • An insectivorous primate of the family Tarsiidae, having very large eyes and long feet, native mainly to several islands of Southeast Asia.

Etymology

Derived from French tarsier derived from Latin tarsus (foot) derived from Ancient Greek ταρσός (broad, wickerwork mat, flat surface, flat surface used for drying, cheese hurdle, the flat of the foot, crate).

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Ancient Greek

ταρσός

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broad, wickerwork mat, flat surface, flat surface used for drying, cheese hurdle, the flat of the foot, crate

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