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human  /ˈhju mən/ ? Meaning of "human"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage
  2. (adj) characteristic of humanity
  3. (adj) relating to a person
  4. (adj) having human form or attributes as opposed to those of animals or divine beings

Synonym(s)

human being, man

Derived Word(s)

humanity, humanness

Usage(s):

  1. Taking a page out of a science fiction tale, a scientist at Wake Forest University has figured out how to grow human organs in the lab.
  2. An FBI sting operation uncovers what Chinese activists say is a grisly trade: human organs for cash.
  3. Renegade scientists say they are ready to start applying the technology of cloning to human beings.

Quotes

  1. "The weight of this crisis will not determine the destiny of this nation," Obama said in his first speech to a joint session of Congress. "Those qualities that have made America the greatest force of progress and prosperity in human history...
    on Feb 24, 2009 By: Barack Obama Source: Boston Globe

  2. "These liberations will not mean a significant improvement in the terrible situation of human rights that exists in Cuba," he said. "It's opening the prisons a little, and not to everyone."
    on Jul 7, 2010 By: Elizardo Sanchez Source: Independent

  3. "In 2002, I was injured. I had heard that human growth hormone could promote faster healing for my elbow," Pettitte said in the statement released to the Associated Press by agent Randy Hendricks. "I felt an obligation to get back to my team...
    on Dec 16, 2007 By: Andy Pettitte Source: Chicago Sun-Times

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