erectus
|e-rec-tus|
C1
/ɪˈrɛktəs/
upright posture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'erectus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'erectus,' where 'erect-' meant 'upright' or 'raised.'
Historical Evolution
'erectus' was directly borrowed from Latin into scientific nomenclature to describe species with an upright posture.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'upright' or 'raised,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern scientific usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
an upright or erect posture, often used in scientific contexts to describe species with an upright stance.
Homo erectus is an extinct species of hominid that lived throughout most of the Pleistocene geological epoch.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45