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Anthropomorpha

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Definition of Anthropomorpha

in some former classifications
: a group of primates comprising the anthropoid apes and being equivalent to the family Pongidae broadly : hominoidea

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History and Etymology for Anthropomorpha

New Latin, from Greek anthrōpomorpha, neuter plural of anthrōpomorphos of human form

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“Anthropomorpha.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Anthropomorpha. Accessed 26 May. 2022.

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