Neanderthal
|Ne-an-der-thal|
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/niˈændərˌtɑl/
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/niˈændəˌtɑːl/
archaic human
Etymology
'Neanderthal' originates from the German 'Neanderthal,' specifically the valley 'Neanderthal' in Germany, where the first remains were found.
'Neanderthal' changed from the German word 'Neanderthal' and eventually became the modern English word 'Neanderthal'.
Initially, it referred to the valley where remains were found, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of an extinct human species.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an extinct species of human that was widely distributed in ice-age Europe between circa 120,000–35,000 years ago, with a receding forehead and prominent brow ridges.
Neanderthals were known for their robust build and large cranial capacity.
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Noun 2
a person who is regarded as primitive, uncivilized, or unintelligent.
He was called a Neanderthal for his outdated views.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45