Neanderthal

usgb/niˈændərθɔːl/
noun

An early type of human who lived thousands of years ago.

Neanderthals lived in Europe before the arrival of modern humans.
Visual representation of "neanderthal" - An early type of human who lived thousands of years ago

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  • neanderthal skull
  • neanderthal tools
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Historical Reference

Use 'neanderthal' to discuss prehistoric human studies or ancient history.

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The museum has an exhibit on neanderthal life and culture.
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Not Contemporary

Remember that 'neanderthal' refers to a species that no longer exists, so it's not used for modern humans.

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Neanderthals were our ancestors, not people we meet today.
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Careful Citation

When using 'neanderthal', ensure it's clear you're citing scientific facts, not myths or stereotypes.

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Recent findings show neanderthal was capable of creating art.
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