1. Plural of hominoid; members of the family Hominoidea, including apes and humans, characterized by the absence of a tail and other anatomical features.
Usage: scientific/biological term; plural form
2. In broader usage, any primate resembling or related to humans.
Usage: informal

Examples

• Hominoids include gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and humans.
• Scientists study hominoids to understand human evolution.
• The fossil record of hominoids spans millions of years.
• Hominoids are distinguished from other primates by their larger brains and upright posture.
• DNA analysis has revealed close genetic relationships among different hominoids.
• Modern hominoids are found primarily in Africa and Southeast Asia.