monkey
//ˈmʌŋki//
Noun
monkeySingular
monkeysPlural
1
A primate mammal of the infraorder Simiiformes, typically having a long tail, most kinds of which live in trees in tropical countries.
We saw monkeys jumping from tree to tree in the jungle.
2
A mischievous person, especially a child.
Stop being such a little monkey and sit still!
Verb
1
To behave in a silly or playful way.
Stop monkeying around and finish your homework.
2
To tamper or fiddle with something.
Don't monkey with the controls or you'll break it.