PLATYRRHINES
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Platyrrhines.
Platyrrhines - as an adjective
Of or related to new world monkeys having nostrils far apart or to people with broad noses
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
broadnosedplatyrhineplatyrhinianplatyrrhinian21platyrrhinicAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
catarrhine15leptorrhine16Platyrrhines - as a noun
Hairy-faced arboreal monkeys having widely separated nostrils and long usually prehensile tails
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
new world monkeyplatyrrhinian21Hypernyms (Closely Related)
monkey15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The platyrrhines include species such as marmosets, tamarins, and capuchins."
"One of the distinguishing features of platyrrhines is their sideways-facing nostrils."
"The evolutionary history of platyrrhines dates back millions of years."
"Many platyrrhines have prehensile tails that help them climb and swing through trees."
"Some platyrrhines, like the squirrel monkeys, live in large social groups."
Word Game Points
Is PLATYRRHINES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, platyrrhines is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PLATYRRHINES has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
Is PLATYRRHINES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, platyrrhines is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPLATYRRHINES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is PLATYRRHINES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, platyrrhines is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPLATYRRHINES has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
