Homo
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/ˈhoʊ.moʊ/
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/ˈhəʊ.məʊ/
human genus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Homo' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'homo,' meaning 'man' or 'human being.'
Historical Evolution
'Homo' has been used in scientific contexts to refer to the genus of humans and their ancestors.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'man' or 'human being,' but in modern usage, it also refers to the genus of humans in scientific contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of hominids that includes modern humans and their close relatives.
The discovery of Homo fossils has provided insight into human evolution.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45