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Word: Platyrrhine
Speech Type: Adjective
mid 19th century: from platy- ‘flat’ + Greek rhis, rhin- ‘nose’ + -ine
ˈplatɪrʌɪn
relating to primates of a group that comprises the New World monkeys, marmosets, and tamarins. They are distinguished by having nostrils that are far apart and directed forwards or sideways, and typically have a prehensile tail.
Short Definition:relating to primates of group that comprises New World monkeys and tamarins
Word: Platyrrhine
Speech Type: Noun
ˈplatɪrʌɪn
a platyrrhine primate.
Short Definition:platyrrhine primate
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