adapis
|a-da-pis|
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/əˈdeɪpɪs/
extinct primate genus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adapis' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adapēs,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'apēs' meant 'bee.'
Historical Evolution
'adapēs' transformed into the scientific term 'adapis' used in modern paleontology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a type of bee, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a genus of extinct primates.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of extinct primates from the Eocene epoch, known for their lemur-like characteristics.
The fossil remains of Adapis provide insight into early primate evolution.
Last updated: 2025/05/03 06:06