Neanderthal Man (Noun)
Meaning
Extinct robust human of Middle Paleolithic in Europe and western Asia.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The discovery of Neanderthal man in the 19th century revolutionized the field of paleoanthropology and our understanding of human evolution.
- Neanderthal man is believed to have coexisted with early Homo sapiens in certain parts of Europe and western Asia.
- The fossil record suggests that Neanderthal man was a highly adaptable species that was able to survive in a variety of environments.
- Studies of Neanderthal man's DNA have provided valuable insights into the evolutionary history of our species.
- The physical characteristics of Neanderthal man, including a prominent forehead and a stocky build, are distinct from those of modern humans.