Meaning & use
primates
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Mammals of the order Primates, including humans, apes, monkeys, and lemurs, generally characterized by large brains and forward-facing eyes.
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Chimpanzees and gorillas are primates closely related to humans.
The zoo's primate house is home to several species of monkeys.
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The order Primates also includes smaller, less familiar species like tarsiers and lorises.
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