
an•thro•pol•o•gy
Pronunciation: (an"thru-pol'u-jē),
—n.
1. the science that deals with the origins, physical and
cultural development, biological characteristics, and social
customs and beliefs of humankind.
2. the study of human beings' similarity to and divergence
from other animals.
3. the science of humans and their works.
4. Also called philosophical
anthropology. the study of the nature and essence of
humankind. |
"In the end, it
can't look like acting."
|