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camel

/ˈkæm.əl/

camelnoun

camels

/ˈkæm.əl/

Translations

верблюд

The camel is known for its ability to survive in the desert.

Верблюд известен своей способностью выживать в пустыне.

Additional translations

караван

камелия

Definitions

A large, long-necked ungulate mammal of arid regions, with long slender legs, broad cushioned feet, and either one or two humps on the back, used in desert regions for carrying loads and as a means of transportation.

The caravan traveled across the desert with each camel carrying heavy loads of goods.

A light yellowish-brown color, similar to the color of a camel's coat.

She chose a camel-colored coat to match her autumn wardrobe.

(nautical) A floating fender or hollow structure used to raise or protect a vessel alongside a dock.

The crew positioned a wooden camel between the hull and the pier to prevent damage.

Synonyms

dromedary

Bactrian

ship of the desert

cameladjective

more camel

Comp.

most camel

Super.

/ˈkæm.əl/

Used attributively to describe a light yellowish-brown colour or fabric made from camel hair.

Definitions

Of a light yellowish-brown colour similar to that of a camel’s coat, or made from camel hair.

She wore a stylish camel skirt with matching boots.

camelproper noun

Definitions

A well-known American brand of cigarettes produced by R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company.

He asked the bartender for a pack of Camel.