noun
- a member of the family Hominoidea, which includes humans, apes, and their extinct ancestors
Usage: scientific/biological term
adjective
- of, relating to, or resembling humans or apes
Usage: scientific/biological term
Examples
- Humans are classified as hominoids within the primate order.
- Chimpanzees and gorillas are hominoids that share a common ancestor with humans.
- The fossil record provides evidence of extinct hominoid species.
- Scientists study hominoid behavior to understand human evolution.
- Hominoid characteristics include opposable thumbs and complex social structures.
- The research focuses on hominoid DNA and genetic similarities.