chimp

noun

ˈchimp 

sometimes ˈshimp

: chimpanzee

Examples of chimp in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The extent of the experiments’ impact on the West African chimps, whose average age is 30 to 35, is unclear, as findings from the assessments are yet to be concluded. — ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026

The zombies despise water and are connected to a lab experiment that involves chimps (the special effects get a bit iffy there). — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 26 Aug. 2026

Along with jamming out with Limbani, Lee also collaborated on a painting with the chimp, which sold at auction for $5,000, funds that will go to support Save the Chimps’ animals. — Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026

The estate included a train system, amusement park with rides and attractions, and a zoo with animals such as llamas, elephants, tigers, and chimps. — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1877, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for chimp

• blimp
• crimp
• imp
• limp
• pimp
• shrimp
• skimp
• wimp

Kids Definition

chimp

noun

ˈchimp 

ˈshimp

: chimpanzee