simian — relating to or resembling monkeys or apes
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or resembling monkeys or apes
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪmiən/
Korean meaning: 원숭이나 유인원과 관련된, 원숭이 같은
Korean pronunciation: **시**미언
Example Sentences
- The professor's simian gait made students giggle during his serious lectures about evolution.
- Scientists study simian DNA to understand human genetic evolution.
- His simian appetite for bananas was legendary at the office cafeteria.
simian
ADJECTIVE//ˈsɪmiən//
relating to or resembling monkeys or apes
a chimpanzee sits on a tree branch mimicking the exact gestures of a young child visitor. The chimp copies the child's wave, then scratches its head just like the boy does. The remarkable similarity in their movements becomes obvious as they mirror each other perfectly. Other zoo visitors point and smile at the uncanny resemblance between the two. the monkey-like qualities and behaviors that connect primates and humans
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'simia' meaning 'ape' or 'monkey,' which traces back to ancient Greek 'simos' meaning 'flat-nosed.' The name originally referred to the characteristic flat nose shape of primates.
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📝Examples
“The professor's simian gait made students giggle during his serious lectures about evolution.”
“Scientists study simian DNA to understand human genetic evolution.”
“His simian appetite for bananas was legendary at the office cafeteria.”
“The anthropologist specialized in simian social structures and communication patterns.”
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