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Hominine

Definition:

Hominine refers to the subfamily of primates that includes humans and their closest extinct relatives. It encompasses various species that share common characteristics with humans, such as erect bipedal posture and large brains.

Sample Sentences:

• The study of hominine evolution provides valuable insights into human origins.
• Homo sapiens, also known as modern humans, are the only surviving species of the hominine lineage.
• Fossil discoveries have greatly expanded our understanding of hominine development over time.

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