Vocabulary Entry

pithecanthropus

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noun

A genus of extinct hominids that lived during the Pleistocene epoch, known for being one of the early ancestors of modern humans.

Example Sentences

"The discovery of a pithecanthropus skull provided crucial evidence for human evolution."

"Scientists have researched the characteristics of pithecanthropus to better understand its lifestyle."

"Pithecanthropus is often cited in discussions about early human ancestors."