cercopithecidae
Definition
Noun 1. A biological family of primates: Cercopithecidae is the taxonomic family comprising all Old World monkeys, characterized by their close-set nostrils, non-prehensile tails, and often having ischial callosities (sitting pads).
Usage
- The family Cercopithecidae is distinct from New World monkeys (Platyrrhini) in both geographical distribution and anatomical features.
- Primatologists study the social structures within Cercopithecidae.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used in scientific classification. For example, "The genus belongs to the family Cercopithecidae."
- In evolutionary biology: Used to discuss primate evolution, e.g., "The split between the families Cercopithecidae and Hominidae occurred millions of years ago."
Variants and Related Words
- Cercopithecid (noun/adjective): A member of the Cercopithecidae family; pertaining to this family.
- The vervet monkey is a cercopithecid.
- Cercopithecoidea (noun): The superfamily that includes the Cercopithecidae family.
Synonyms
- Old World monkeys (This is the common name for the family Cercopithecidae).
Different Meanings
This word has a single, specific meaning in biological taxonomy. It does not have other general definitions.
Noun
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Old World monkeys: guenon; baboon; colobus monkey; langur; macaque; mandrill; mangabey; patas; proboscis monkey
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