Primate
(noun)
- A mammal of the order Primates, which includes lemurs, lorises, tarsiers, monkeys, apes, and humans.
- A senior member of the clergy, especially an archbishop or bishop.
Origin:
The word primate comes from the latin word primas, meaning "first rank" and it has been in use since the 18th century.
Examples:
- The study of primate behavior has helped to understand human evolution.
- The primate species include monkeys, apes, and humans.
- The primate of the diocese is the bishop.
- The primate of the church is the archbishop.
- The primates are the most intelligent of the mammals.