"koolakamba" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: koolakambas [plural]
Etymology: Based on indigenous words in the region of the Ovengi River of West Central Africa. Allegedly, kooloo mimics the creature's unique vocalization, and kamba is a Commi word meaning speak. Head templates: {{en-noun}} koolakamba (plural koolakambas)
  1. (obsolete) A purported hybrid species of chimpanzee and gorilla. Wikipedia link: koolakamba Tags: obsolete Categories (lifeform): Hominids Synonyms: koolokamba

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