bimane
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of bimane
1825–35; bi- 1 + -mane (< Latin manus hand)
Example Sentences
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The concluding memoir, relating more especially to points of approximation in cranial and denial structure of the highest Quadrumane to the lowest Bimane, has been separately published.
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But, alas! we were to be princes on an equality with bats; and, for my own part, I prefer being a bimane, and alone.
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We are bimane ourselves, since we have the distinction of possessing two hands.
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In short, you are a bimane; so make the best you can of it.
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