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Homo heidelbergensis

Definition: Homo heidelbergensis is an extinct species of archaic human that lived between 700,000 and 200,000 years ago. They are considered the direct ancestors of both Homo neanderthalensis and Homo sapiens.

Sense 1 (Noun): An extinct species of archaic human that lived during the Middle Pleistocene epoch.

Sample Sentence: Recent archaeological discoveries have provided significant insights into the behavior and characteristics of Homo heidelbergensis.

Sense 2 (Adjective, Popular): Relating to or characteristic of Homo heidelbergensis.

Sample Sentence: The Homo heidelbergensis fossils found at the site exhibited distinct cranial features.

Sense 3 (Adjective, Local): Relating to or derived from the town of Heidelberg, Germany.

Sample Sentence: The city of Heidelberg holds valuable artifacts and remains related to Homo heidelbergensis.

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