1. A member of the subfamily Homininae, which includes humans and great apes (chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans).
Usage: scientific/technical; used in paleoanthropology and evolutionary biology

1. Relating to or belonging to the subfamily Homininae.
Usage: scientific/technical

Examples

• Hominine fossils have provided crucial evidence for understanding human evolution.
• The hominine lineage diverged from other primates millions of years ago.
• Researchers study hominine behavior by comparing modern great apes with early human ancestors.
• DNA analysis has revealed genetic similarities among all hominine species.
• The discovery of new hominine remains in Africa challenged previous theories about human origins.