Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
primate
Noun
/ˈpraɪmeɪt/
Definition
A member of the biological order Primates, which includes humans, apes, monkeys, and prosimians.
Examples
- Humans are classified as primates due to their genetic and evolutionary ties.
- The primate exhibit at the zoo features monkeys, lemurs, and even gibbons.
Meaning
Primates are characterized by their flexible limbs, forward-facing eyes, and increased brain size relative to body size.
Synonyms
- Simian
- Anthropoid
- Prosimians (in some contexts)
