Hominin refers to the members of the biological tribe Hominini, which includes modern humans (Homo sapiens) as well as our extinct relatives and ancestors, such as Neanderthals (Homo neanderthalensis) and other species within the genus Homo, as well as some closely related species that are not classified as Homo, such as Australopithecus. Hominins are characterized by specific traits that distinguish them from other primates, including bipedalism (the ability to walk on two legs), a larger brain relative to body size, and the use of complex tools. The study of hominins is crucial for understanding human evolution and the development of unique human traits.
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