koolakamba
English
Alternative forms
- koolokamba
Etymology
Based on indigenous words in the region of the Ovengi River of West Central Africa. Allegedly, kooloo mimics the creature's unique vocalization, and kamba is a Commi word meaning speak.
Noun
koolakamba (plural koolakambas)
- (obsolete) A purported hybrid species of chimpanzee and gorilla.