How to Pronounce "anthropoid"
word
ˈænθrəˌpɔɪd
AN-thruh-poid
ˈænθɹəpˌɔɪd
AN-thruh-poid
Definition
Having human-like characteristics, or relating to apes that look and behave similarly to humans, such as gorillas, chimpanzees, and orangutans.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈænθrəˌpɔɪd
British English
ˈænθɹəpˌɔɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AN-thruh-poid
UK
AN-thruh-poid
Listen in Context
A gorilla is an anthropoid ape.
The scientist studied anthropoid skeletons.
An anthropoid has arms and legs similar to a person.
Some robots are designed with anthropoid features to make them look more human.