Where does “simian” come from?
Simian comes from Latin simia, derived from Ancient Greek σιμός meaning flat-nosed or snub-nosed, describing the characteristic appearance of apes.
simian (English): Of or pertaining to apes; apelike; Bearing...
Definitions
- Of or pertaining to apes; apelike; Bearing...
Ancestry of “simian”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | Latin | sīmia | — |
| 2 | Latin | sīmus | — |
| 3 | Ancient Greek | σιμός | snub-nosed, flat nosed; steep, uphill; bent in,... |
Words derived from “simian”