Anthropogeny

/ˌænθroʊpəˈdʒɛni/ noun

Definition

The study of or theory about the origin and development of the human species.

Etymology

From Greek 'anthropos' (human) + 'geny' (origin, generation). Similar to anthropogenesis but often emphasizes the theoretical aspects more than the process itself.

Kelly Says

Anthropogeny includes wild historical theories—some people once believed humans came from different origins than other animals, but DNA proved we're all related on one family tree.

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