What does simioid mean?
A simioid is a hypothetical primate that is intermediate in size and characteristics between the great apes and the smaller monkeys. It is often used as a placeholder term in scientific discussions.
Example
"The discovery of a new primate species has led some scientists to speculate about the existence of a simioid, a creature that would bridge the gap between apes and monkeys."
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