Pithecoid

Pronunciation: /ˈpɪθˈɛkoʊˈaɪdi/

Pithecoid (adjective)

  1. Describing something that is similar to or characteristic of apes.

Examples

  • The scientist studied pithecoid behavior in various species.
  • The pithecoid species are similar to modern apes.

Common collocations: pithecoid species, pithecoid characteristics

Synonyms of Pithecoid

Formal

Neutral