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camel
[kam-uhl]
noun
either of two large, humped, ruminant quadrupeds of the genus Camelus, of the Old World.
a color ranging from yellowish tan to yellowish brown.
Also called camel spin.Skating.a spin done in an arabesque position.
Nautical.
Also called pontoon.a float for lifting a deeply laden vessel sufficiently to allow it to cross an area of shallow water.
a float serving as a fender between a vessel and a pier or the like.
camel
/ ˈæə /
noun
either of two cud-chewing artiodactyl mammals of the genus Camelus : family Camelidae. They are adapted for surviving long periods without food or water in desert regions, esp by using humps on the back for storing fat See Arabian camel Bactrian camel
a float attached to a vessel to increase its buoyancy See also caisson
a raft or float used as a fender between a vessel and a wharf
a fawn colour
( as adjective )
a camel dress
Other Word Forms
- camellike adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of camel1
Word History and Origins
Origin of camel1
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
She said: "The consultant psychiatrist went right through Jodey's life and read all the reports and I'm pleased he agreed that what the DWP did was the straw that broke the camel's back."
Escorts of fighter jets, extravagant welcoming ceremonies, a thundering 21-gun salute, a fleet of Tesla Cybertrucks, royal camels, Arabian horses, and sword dancers were all part of the pageantry.
President Donald Trump's second wind has just been the straw that broke the camel's back, the catalyst that told her she needed to leave as soon as possible.
The British designer brand - famed for its distinctive camel, red and black check pattern - announced the proposed savings on Wednesday as it reported a £66m loss in the last financial year.
Sometimes the disputes are about long-standing competition for resources such as grazing land or access to wells for camels and other livestock.
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