Hominidae is a biological family that includes great apes and humans. As a term in taxonomy, it designates a clade within primates that encompasses orangutans, gorillas, chimpanzees, and humans. The word is used in scholarly writing and discussions about evolution, anatomy, and phylogeny, often alongside genus-level names like Homo. It is pronounced with standard scientific stress and multisyllabic clarity to reflect precise biological terminology.
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