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Ape (Noun)

Any of various primates with short tails or no tail at all.

Nouns denoting animals.

The ape swung effortlessly through the trees, its powerful arms propelling it from branch to branch.
In the zoo, the ape enclosure was one of the most popular attractions, with visitors gathering to watch the animals play and interact.
The ape's facial expressions were surprisingly human-like, conveying a range of emotions from curiosity to frustration.
After years of studying the ape's behavior, the researcher was able to develop a sophisticated understanding of their complex social dynamics.
The ape's large size and strength made it a formidable creature, capable of overpowering even the largest predators in its native habitat.

Person who resembles a nonhuman primate.

Nouns denoting people.

He was a big, hairy ape of a man who worked as a bouncer at the local nightclub.
The muscular actor was cast as the ape-like villain in the sci-fi movie.
With his shaggy beard and wild hair, he looked like an ape who had just emerged from the jungle.
The rugby player was known for his aggressive behavior on the field, earning him the nickname "The Ape".
The tall, lanky man with the prominent forehead and jawline was often teased for looking like an ape.

Someone who copies the words or behavior of another.

Nouns denoting people.

My little brother is such an ape, always mimicking the silly faces I make.
He's a complete ape, parroting back every opinion he's ever heard on TV without adding anything original to the conversation.
I swear, he's just an ape of the pop star he idolizes, trying to emulate his voice, his moves, even his hairstyles.
After working under him for a year, the intern became a faithful ape of his demanding boss's ruthless tactics and fast-tracked up the corporate ladder.
At parties, my aunt's constant repetition of old stories is pretty predictable, so some guests tend to treat her as a sympathetic ape of tradition, respectfully parroting phrases in all the right places.