Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hominin
Noun
/ˈhɒm.ɪ.nɪn/
Definition
A member of the biological tribe Hominini, which includes modern humans and their immediate ancestors.
Examples
- The study of hominins provides insights into human evolution.
- Recent discoveries have shed light on the behaviors of early hominins.
- Tools created by hominins demonstrate their advanced cognitive abilities.
Meaning
The term ‘hominin’ is used in anthropology and biology to refer to a group of species that includes humans and our closest relatives, which are distinguished from other primates.
Synonyms
- Human ancestor
- Pre-human
- Early human
