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PLATYRRHINIAN

(adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Platyrrhinian.

Platyrrhinian - as an adjective

Of or related to new world monkeys having nostrils far apart or to people with broad noses

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
broadnosedplatyrhineplatyrhinianplatyrrhineplatyrrhinic

Platyrrhinian - as a noun

Hairy-faced arboreal monkeys having widely separated nostrils and long usually prehensile tails

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
new world monkeyplatyrrhine
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
monkey
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The indigenous people of the Amazon region are often platyrrhinian."
"Anthropologists study the platyrrhinian nose as a characteristic of certain populations."
"There is a genetic basis for the platyrrhinian nasal structure."
"The platyrrhinian nose is characterized by its broad and flat shape."
"Some people find the platyrrhinian nose to be aesthetically pleasing."
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Word Game Points

Is PLATYRRHINIAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, platyrrhinian is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

PLATYRRHINIAN has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is PLATYRRHINIAN a valid Words With Friends word?
No, platyrrhinian is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
PLATYRRHINIAN is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is PLATYRRHINIAN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, platyrrhinian is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PLATYRRHINIAN has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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