camelid
Americannoun
adjective
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of or relating to camels
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belonging to the camel family, Camelidae
noun
Etymology
Origin of camelid
First recorded in 1830–35; from New Latin Camēlidae, family name, from Latin camēlus; camel, -id 2
Example Sentences
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Nanobodies, which are very small proteins found in camelid species such as camels, llamas, and alpacas, may provide a powerful new way to treat brain disorders like schizophrenia and Alzheimer's disease.
From Science Daily • Nov. 6, 2025
The controversial camelid was sentenced to death after twice testing positive for bovine TB.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 31, 2021
Gorillama: A 300-pound tree-dwelling camelid of South America that not only spits in your face but throws poop in it, too.
From Washington Post • Aug. 15, 2019
The tunics made from camelid hair are the most colorful, with a palette dominated by red, yellow and black.
From New York Times • Apr. 22, 2011
The remains of now-extinct animals—including the bones of prehistoric camelid, bison, and mastodon—were discovered in layers associated with the pre-Clovis human artifacts.
From National Geographic
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