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: any of a genus (Lama) of wild or domesticated, long-necked, South American ruminant (see ruminant entry 1) mammals related to the camels but smaller and without a hump
especially
: a domesticated llama (L. glama) descended from the guanaco and used especially in the Andes as a pack animal and a source of wool
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Hug a Therapy Llama Therapy llamas and alpacas are calming fliers' nerves at this US airport.
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Hannah Wallace, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Apr. 2026
From 1988 until 2005, Jackson lived at his famous Neverland Ranch, a sprawling California estate that was also home to a petting zoo with llamas, chimps and other animals.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Visit ostriches, emus, llamas, pigs, and more.
—Maggie Downs, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2026
The llama has participated in parades, fairs and public events, drawing strong engagement from crowds and appearing to enjoy the attention.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
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Hannah Wallace, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Apr. 2026
From 1988 until 2005, Jackson lived at his famous Neverland Ranch, a sprawling California estate that was also home to a petting zoo with llamas, chimps and other animals.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Visit ostriches, emus, llamas, pigs, and more.
—Maggie Downs, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2026
The llama has participated in parades, fairs and public events, drawing strong engagement from crowds and appearing to enjoy the attention.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
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“Llama.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/llama. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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llama
noun
lla·ma
ˈläm-ə 
: any of several wild and domesticated long-necked South American hoofed mammals that chew the cud and are related to the camels but smaller and without a hump
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