First Known Use: circa 1781
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aye–aye
noun \ˈī-ˌī\
Definition of AYE-AYE
: a small primitive nocturnal forest-dwelling primate (Daubentonia madagascariensis) of northern Madagascar that has a round head, large eyes and ears, and long thin fingers
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Origin of AYE-AYE
French, from Malagasy aiay
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