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What is another word for Quadrumana?

Pronunciation: [kwˌɒdɹuːmˈɑːnə] (IPA)

The term Quadrumana refers to a group of primates that includes monkeys, apes, and lemurs. However, there are several synonyms for Quadrumana, depending on the context of use. One common alternative is the word "simians," which is often used in scientific literature to refer to non-human primates. Another synonym is "anthropoids," which describes primates that are more closely related to humans than to other animals. A more specific term is "plathyrrhines" which refers to New World monkeys, while "catarrhines" is used for Old World monkeys and apes. Regardless of the synonym used, the Quadrumana are a fascinating group of animals that continue to capture our attention and curiosity.
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We may see human-like forms,-the Quadrumana-clinging among the high branches, and leaping from tree to tree, like birds upon the wing; we may see them of many shapes, sizes, and colours, from the great howling monkeys, with their long prehensive tails, down to the little saimiris and ouistitis not larger than squirrels.
"Popular Adventure Tales"
Mayne Reid
After that the field-cornet looked well to his maize, until it was ready for gathering; when it was all brought home, and deposited in safety out of the reach of either birds, reptiles, quadrupeds, or Quadrumana.
"Popular Adventure Tales"
Mayne Reid
These animals, which are of the size of the domestic cat, belong to the Quadrumana; but, like the flying squirrels, they are provided with a bird-like membrane, which, commencing at the neck, and passing over the fore and hinder limbs, reaches to the tail; by means of which they are able to glide from one tree to another at a very obtuse angle.
"The Former Philippines thru Foreign Eyes"
Tomás de Comyn Fedor Jagor Rudolf Ludwig Carl Virchow Charles Wilkes

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