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Saki (Noun)

Meaning 1

British writer of short stories (1870-1916).

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • Saki is often cited as one of the greatest short-story writers in the English language.
  • Hector Hugh Munro, better known by the pen name Saki, was a British writer known for his witty style.
  • His use of satirical humor in many of Saki's stories is still praised today.
  • Some critics describe Saki as a master of the short-story genre due to his precision and concision.
  • The writer Saki often poked fun at British high society, much to the amusement of his readers.

Synonyms

  • Hector Hugh Munro
  • Munro
  • H. H. Munro

Meaning 2

Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot.

Classification

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Synonyms

  • Sake
  • Rice Beer

Hypernyms

  • Alcohol
  • Inebriant
  • Intoxicant
  • Alcoholic Beverage

Meaning 3

Small arboreal monkey of tropical South America with long hair and bushy nonprehensile tail.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The saki monkey swung effortlessly through the trees with its powerful arms and sharp claws.
  • A group of sakis was spotted in the Amazon rainforest, their distinctive white faces a striking sight.
  • The saki's long, shaggy coat helped it blend in with its forest surroundings, making it difficult to spot.
  • Researchers studied the unique vocalizations of the saki, trying to decipher the secrets of its communication.
  • In captivity, sakis have been observed using tools to extract food from hard-to-reach places.

Hypernyms

  • Platyrrhinian
  • Platyrrhine
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