What is another word for pongidae?
Pronunciation: [pˈɒŋɡɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
Pongidae is a taxonomic family that refers to great apes such as orangutans, gorillas, chimpanzees, and bonobos. In scientific jargon, some synonyms used for Pongidae include hominid, hominoid, and anthropoid. The term hominid describes primates that are more closely related to humans than to other apes, while hominoid is used to refer to all apes, including humans. Anthropoid is a broader term that encompasses all primates that are not prosimians such as lemurs and lorises. These synonyms are useful to scientists and researchers who study the behavior, genetics, and evolution of these remarkable primates.
