Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

urman

Noun

/ˈʊər.mən/

Definition

A term used to refer to the concept of a primal human being or the original form of humanity.

Examples

The philosophy class discussed the idea of the ‘urman’ as the prototype of human nature.
In her essay, she explored the characteristics of the urman and how they differ from modern humans.
Some cultures depict the urman as a mythical figure who embodies the qualities of early humanity.

Meaning

The term ‘urman’ is derived from the German word ‘Ur-‘, which means ‘original’ or ‘primal’. It emphasizes the essence of what it means to be human in the most fundamental sense.