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What is the definition of a neandertal?

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The Neanderthal is a member of an extinct subspecies of physically strong, robust humans. Homo sapiens neanderthalensis inhabited Europe and western and Central Asia c100,000-40,000 b.c.

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The full name is Homo neandertalensis-meaning "Neandertal Man". Therefore, the nickname is simply Neandertal.


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