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preman

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈprɛmən/

KK: /ˈprɛmən/

noun
Definition

A type of extinct primate that is considered to be an ancestor of modern humans.


Example

Scientists discovered fossils of a preman that lived millions of years ago.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that some scientists study preman fossils to learn about our ancestors?
Sloth B
Really? I had no idea they were that important to understanding evolution.
Sloth A
Yeah, it’s fascinating how they connect us to earlier species.
Sloth B
Totally! It makes you appreciate how far we've come.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ancestor
forebear
progenitor
Antonyms
descendant
offspring
successor
Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English, meaning a person who is a servant or attendant, often in a domestic context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who serves or attends to others, which helps you remember that 'preman' refers to a servant or attendant.

Visually Confused Words
reman
proseman
prizeman
pressman
prehuman
remand
remain
pretan
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