Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anthropoid
adjective/noun
/ˈæn.θrə.pɔɪd/
Definition
Resembling humans, especially in terms of physical structure and characteristics.
Examples
- Many anthropoid species exhibit similar facial features.
- Researchers study anthropoid primates to understand human evolution.
Meaning
The term ‘anthropoid’ refers to members of the suborder Anthropoidea, which includes apes and humans, sharing similar anatomical traits.
Synonyms
- Humanoid
- Primate
