great ape ( synonym found)

Definition of great ape:

°An ape of the subfamily Ponginae, having a mostly hairless face, protrusive lips, hands with complex fingerprints, and flat fingernails. Includes the gorilla, chimpanzee, and orangutan.
°May be extended to include members of the family Hominidae, humans as well as gorillas, chimpanzees, and orangutans.

Definition of great ape:

°An ape of the subfamily Ponginae, having a mostly hairless face, protrusive lips, hands with complex fingerprints, and flat fingernails. Includes the gorilla, chimpanzee, and orangutan.
°May be extended to include members of the family Hominidae, humans as well as gorillas, chimpanzees, and orangutans.

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