silverback

A noun referring to an adult male gorilla, typically distinguished by the grey or silver hairs across its back, indicating maturity and leadership within the group.

• 🇷🇺Существительное, обозначающее взрослого самца гориллы, обычно отличающегося серыми или серебристыми волосами на спине, что указывает на зрелость и лидерство в группе.

1. Adult male gorilla B1 formal

   A mature male gorilla, typically over 12 years old, distinguished by a patch of grey or silver hair on its back.

   • The silverback led the troop through the dense forest.
   • Tourists observed a silverback gorilla in its natural habitat.
   • The silverback protects the group from threats.

   🇷🇺Серебристоспинная горилла

2. Dominant or powerful figure B2 informal

   A person who is experienced, authoritative, or dominant in a group or field.

   • He is the silverback of the company, making all major decisions.
   • In the team, she acts as the silverback, guiding the younger members.
   • The silverback of the group commanded respect from everyone.

   🇷🇺Лидер или авторитетная фигура

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• silverbacks plural form
• silverbacks' possessive plural form
• silverback's possessive singular form