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
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of human being
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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“The death of any human being is a tragedy,” said Orange County Dist.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
Once you respond by calling a number purportedly provided by Robinhood, you have proven that you are a real live human being, and that makes you and your phone number a target.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
“No human being in a free society should have their hard-earned money stolen in this manner,” he tweeted.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
The human being is a creature which cannot be reduced to its matter.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 7, 2026
My brain says: Juan, you are a wonderful, awesome human being and a complete natural at cutting mushrooms, and I love you.
From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King
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