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Definition of Platyrhini

1. n. pl. A division of monkeys, including the American species, which have a broad nasal septum, thirty-six teeth, and usually a prehensile tail. See Monkey.

Medical Definition of Platyrhini

1. A division of monkeys, including the American species, which have a broad nasal septum, thirty-six teeth, and usually a prehensile tail. See Monkey. Alternative forms: Platyrrhini. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Broad +, nose. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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