What is another word for kenyapithecus?

Pronunciation: [kˈɛnɪˌapɪθˌɛkəs] (IPA)

Kenyapithecus is an extinct genus of primates that lived during the Miocene epoch in Africa. The name Kenyapithecus is derived from the country Kenya, where the first fossils were discovered. While this genus has only one commonly used name, there are some synonyms for the word Kenyapithecus that have been used in the past. Some of the synonyms include Dryopithecus, Proconsul, and Limnopithecus. These names were given to fossils that were initially thought to be different species but were later reclassified as Kenyapithecus. Despite the changing nomenclature in the past, Kenyapithecus remains an important and fascinating species to study for understanding primate evolution.

Synonyms for Kenyapithecus:

  • adj.

    human
  • n.

    animal
  • Other relevant words:

    Kenyapithecus
    • Genus Kenyapithecus
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    Other relevant words (noun):

What are the hypernyms for Kenyapithecus?

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What are the hyponyms for Kenyapithecus?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for kenyapithecus (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Kenyapithecus?

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