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Wordabulary

sloth

Pronunciation
Noun A1 Beginner

Quick answer

A slow-moving animal that lives in trees in Central and South America.

"The sloth barely moved as it hung from the branch all afternoon."

Usage notes

'Sloth' can also mean laziness, a separate but related meaning that comes from how slowly the animal moves.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The _____ barely moved as it hung from the branch all afternoon."

Answer: sloth

In your own words, what does "sloth" mean?

A slow-moving animal that lives in trees in Central and South America.

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