human being
Americannoun
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any individual of the genus Homo, especially a member of the species Homo sapiens.
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a person, especially as distinguished from other animals or as representing the human species.
living conditions not fit for human beings; a very generous human being.
noun
Etymology
Origin of human being
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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"The legacy he'll leave behind is how nice of a human being he is, how good of a guy," Djokovic said.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Pic.One.Art said they "just wanted to create a celebration of his life - not just as a musician - but the generous kind of human being he was".
From BBC • May 11, 2026
Mr. Preston sums it up, “The idea of seeing the dignity and potential of every human being, and helping them realize that for a better future, has always been what we do.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
"I saw those first warm words... and my eyes filled with tears. I was shaking and my friend put his hand on my shoulder and said, 'That means you're still a human being.'"
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
Silent or endlessly relating their losses, withdrawn or fiercely aggressive, every one was a damaged human being.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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