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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 commonly used by scientists and others to refer to [[prehistory|prehistoric]] [[cave men]] alone. Most dictionaries still use this latter definition. | + | It is also commonly, but incorrectly, used by scientists and others to refer to [[prehistory|prehistoric]] [[cave men]] alone. Most dictionaries still use this latter definition. |
[[Category:Hominid]] | [[Category:Hominid]] | ||
[[Category:Evolution]] | [[Category:Evolution]] | ||
[[Category:Biology]] | [[Category:Biology]] | ||
Revision as of 19:25, 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 commonly, but incorrectly, used by scientists and others to refer to prehistoric cave men alone. Most dictionaries still use this latter definition.