hominization

American

[hom-uh-nuh-zey-shuhn] / ˌhɒm ə nəˈzeɪ ʃən /

noun

the evolution of the human traits that set the genus Homo apart from its primate ancestors.

Etymology

Origin of hominization

1950–55; < Latin homin- (stem of homō man ( see Homo) + -ization

Example Sentences

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By this reasoning, Aquinas agreed that while abortion, prior to full hominization, was gravely immoral and contrary to nature, it was not equivalent to homicide.

From Forbes • Aug. 4, 2013

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