Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hominid

noun

/ˈhɒm.ɪ.nɪd/

Definition

A member of the biological family Hominidae, which includes humans, our ancestors, and other great apes.

Examples

Scientists study various hominid fossils to learn about human evolution.
The discovery of new hominid species often reshapes our understanding of ancestry.

Meaning

Hominids are characterized by their ability to walk upright and have larger brains compared to other primates. This group includes modern humans, as well as the extinct species closely related to them.