n. (Chem.) A liquid base, C9H13N, of the pyridine group, found in coal tar; also, any one of the series of isomeric substances of which it is the type. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ Malay pangūlang. ] (Zool.) Any one of several species of Manis, Pholidotus, and related genera, found in Africa and Asia. They are covered with imbricated scales, and feed upon ants. Called also scaly ant-eater. [ 1913 Webster ]
(n) toothless mammal of southern Africa and Asia having a body covered with horny scales and a long snout for feeding on ants and termites, Syn. anteater, scaly anteater