CEFR B2

primate

noun

Meaning

A mammal belonging to the order Primates, characterized by features such as five-fingered hands, a large brain, and forward-facing eyes, including lemurs, monkeys, apes, and humans.

Examples

Chimpanzees are highly intelligent primates known for their complex social structures.
The study of primate behavior offers insights into human evolution and social dynamics.

Synonyms: mammal, ape, monkey, hominid

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primate (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpraɪmeɪt/

Definition

A mammal belonging to the order Primates, characterized by features such as five-fingered hands, a large brain, and forward-facing eyes, including lemurs, monkeys, apes, and humans.

Examples

Chimpanzees are highly intelligent primates known for their complex social structures.
The study of primate behavior offers insights into human evolution and social dynamics.

Synonyms of primate

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