Literal meaning of the term "Homo Sapiens" is

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Literal meaning of the term "Homo Sapiens" is

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Science

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SSC

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0,25,23,25,12,10,1

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{'homo sapiens': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'literal meaning': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'term': [28, 1, 9, 27], 'the omnivore': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'the wise': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'the fool': [1, 0, 0, 0]}

The term "Homo sapiens" is derived from Latin, where "Homo" means "man" and "sapiens" means "wise." So, the literal meaning of "Homo sapiens" is "Man - The Wise." This term is commonly used to refer to the modern human species, distinguishing us from other extinct species of humans. It signifies our capacity for rational thought, intelligence, and wisdom, which has allowed us to develop complex societies and make advancements in various fields. While option 2 may suggest superiority, option 3 refers to the omnivorous diet of humans, and option 4 suggests foolishness, none of these meanings align with the literal translation of "Homo sapiens."