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hominal

hominal

9.9
Relating to humans as a species
  • adjective
  • /ˈhɒmɪnəl/
  • Specialized
: hominido
  • Discussions of hominal evolution often explore the development of language and culture.

Examples

  • Scientists study hominal behavior to understand our evolution.

  • The archaeologist studied the hominal remains found at the ancient burial site.

  • Her research focused on the hominal aspects that distinguish humans from other primates.

  • The hominal experience is unique among all species.

  • Scientists study hominal behavior to understand how humans interact and communicate.

  • Her research focused on the hominal traits that define our species compared to other animals.

  • Discussions of hominal evolution often consider the impact of social structures on human development.

Synonyms

hominine
vshominal
  • Specialized
9.9

Relating to humans or early human ancestors

is limited to humankind considered as a single species rather than broader group

Surface Forms

hominal positive

Morphology

hominal = human (semi-transparent) = homin + al

The adjective is formed with the productive suffix '-al', but the root 'homin-' is a Latin combining form (not a common standalone English word), so the link to the familiar English base 'human' is form-shifted and may confuse learners.

Etymology

The word hominal comes from the Latin root homin- meaning 'human', the same root found in the word human and in the species name Homo sapiens. So, hominal means 'relating to humans' or to humankind.