Difference between revisions of "Hominid"
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The term '''hominid''' is used by modern biologists to refer to humans, as well as the great apes, including gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and their ancestors up to several millions of years ago. | The term '''hominid''' is used by modern biologists to refer to humans, as well as the great apes, including gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and their ancestors up to several millions of years ago. | ||
| − | It is also used incorrectly to refer to [[prehistory|prehistoric]] [[cave men]]. Several dictionaries still use this latter definition. | + | It is also used incorrectly to refer to [[prehistory|prehistoric]] [[cave men]] alone. Several dictionaries still use this latter definition. |
[[Category:Hominid]] | [[Category:Hominid]] | ||
[[Category:Evolution]] | [[Category:Evolution]] | ||
[[Category:Biology]] | [[Category:Biology]] | ||
Revision as of 17:46, May 12, 2007
The term hominid is used by modern biologists to refer to humans, as well as the great apes, including gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and their ancestors up to several millions of years ago.
It is also used incorrectly to refer to prehistoric cave men alone. Several dictionaries still use this latter definition.
