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What is the language of monkeys paw?

There's no such thing as a "language of the monkey's paw" in the literal sense. The "monkey's paw" is a fictional object from the short story "The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs.

It's a talisman that grants three wishes, but each wish comes with a terrible, unforeseen consequence.

Here's how the term is used:

* Figuratively: People might use the phrase "monkey's paw" to describe a situation where seemingly good fortune brings about unexpected and negative results.

* In the context of the story: The story itself is written in English.

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