Hominid Definition

hominid
adjective
  1. characterizing the family Hominidae, which includes Homo sapiens as well as extinct species of manlike creatures
noun
  1. a primate of the family Hominidae

"Hominid" in song lyrics

See how hominid is used in real songs:

  • "ceprano hominid"
    AOL — AOL
  • "bilzingsleben hominid"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cheat codes for alien hominid"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "hominid"

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