anthro

¹

[ an-throh ]

noun

, Informal.

1. anthropology ( def ):

   If I had wanted to major in anthro, I would have gone to a different school.

anthro

²

[ an-throh ]

noun

1. an anthropomorphic creature or character:

   Her journal is filled with fanciful drawings of anthros.

adjective

1. anthropomorphic:

   Some of these anthro beings are too scary for small children.

Word History and Origins

Origin of anthro¹

First recorded in 1925–30 ; by shortening

Origin of anthro²

By shortening

Example Sentences

An injection of anthro-philomelitis must be given without loss of time.

From Project Gutenberg

"I'm an anthro-apologist, Hymie, like Mr. Kipling," the Captain said.

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