Malay Loanwords

Guess these words of Malay or Indonesian origin that were adapted into the English vocabulary.
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Last updated: May 7, 2016
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Definition
Loanword
Behave uncontrollably: to run ____
Amok
Great ape mostly found on Borneo
Orangutan
Foul-smelling fruit
Durian
Wavy-edged dagger
Kris
Scaly mammal that curls itself into a ball
Pangolin
Skewered meat
Satay
Crested Australian parrot
Cockatoo
Large flightless Australian bird
Cassowary
Plant appreciated by panda bears
Bamboo
Small lizard with sticky fingers
Gecko
Definition
Loanword
Metal disk that emits a powerful sound
Gong
Gelatin substitute
Agar-Agar
Spiny red fruit
Rambutan
Currency of Malaysia
Ringgit
Aquatic mammal that resembles a manatee
Dugong
Louse
Cootie
Ancient Chinese ship
Junk
High official in imperial China
Mandarin
Checkered clothing fabric
Gingham
Crude rice
Paddy
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Level 65
May 6, 2016
Very interesting...I had no idea so many English words came from Malay.
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Level 71
May 7, 2016
I agree, fascinating. Great quiz.