Pangolin

Pangolin Pan"go*lin (p[a^][ng]"g[-o]*l[i^]n), n. [Malay pang[=u]lang.] (Zo["o]l.) 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]