Pitecantropoid

Meaning of the word

The word “pitecanthropoid” refers to a term used in paleontology to describe an intermediate form between homo erectus and homo sapiens, which lived approximately 1.5 million years ago.

Origin of the word

The word “pitecanthropoid” originates from the Greek, being formed by the junction of “Pitekós” (monkey) and “anthrōpos” (man), with the suffix “-oid” indicating similarity or appearance.

Word adverbs

– Pitecanthropoid

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although
– Therefore

Synonyms of the word

– Homo Heidelbergensis
– HOMO predecessor
– Homo rhodesiensis

Word Definitions

1. Male noun: term used in paleontology to describe an intermediate form between homo erectus and homo sapiens.
2. Adjective: which has pitecanthropoid similar characteristics.

Phrases that the word applies

– Pitecanthropid was an important discovery to understand human evolution.
– The fossils found indicate that the pitecanthropoid had skills similar to those of modern humans.

Examples of the word in text

Pitecanthropid, also known as Homo Heidelbergensis, is considered a common ancestor of Homo sapiens and Homo neanderthalensis. His fossils were found in various places, such as in Europe and Africa.

Rhymes with the word

– Anthropoid
– Stercoid
– Hematoid
– Paranoid
– Sarcan

Anagrams with the word

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References:

1. wikipedia
2. Encyclopedia Britannica