to err is human
Everyone makes mistakes.
human
/ˈhjuː.mən/
noun 4name 3adj 2verb 1
Collocations
4ADJ.
arresting, basic, certain, divine, english, enough, horrible, long
The basic human need for food and shelter applies to everyone around the world.
VERB + HUMAN
affects, drinking, eating, end, know, like, looked, looks
Drinking water affects human health in ways most people don't fully understand.
HUMAN + NOUN
activities, behavior, beings, betterment, body, health, intelligence, invention
Understanding human behavior helps psychologists develop better treatment approaches.
PREP.
into, with
She transformed into a human after the witch broke her curse.
Definitions
adj
1
Of or belonging to the species Homo sapiens or its closest relatives.
Some powers diuine, or els infernall, mixt / Their angry ſeedes at his conception: / For he was neuer ſprong of humaine race, / Since with the ſpirit of his fearefull pride, / He dares so doubtleſly reſolue of rule.
[N]o attempt is made to call in God to their reſcue, as if he vvere an idle unconcern'd ſpectator of humane affairs, or ſo inconſiderable an ally, as not to be vvorth the care of engaging him on their ſide.
2
Having the nature or attributes of a human being.
To err is human; to forgive, divine.
She was like a Beardsley Salome, he had said. And indeed she had the narrow eyes and the high cheekbone of that creature, and as nearly the sinuosity as is compatible with human symmetry.
noun
1
A highly intelligent ape with fine and short body hair; the most abundant species of primate, with members found on every continent (Homo sapiens).
Humans share common ancestors with other apes.
Bats host many high-profile viruses that can infect humans, including severe acute respiratory syndrome and Ebola.
2
A highly intelligent ape with fine and short body hair; the most abundant species of primate, with members found on every continent (Homo sapiens).
Greetings. I am Blor-Utar from Zimtok-5. I have come to subjugate the human race. Do not resist. Why humans? Because, in addition to their value as slave labor, they are also delicious and nutritious!
3
A highly intelligent ape with fine and short body hair; the most abundant species of primate, with members found on every continent (Homo sapiens).
Greetings, human! You have stumbled into the dimension of the Snow People.[…]Flesh plows clear the streets to make them safe to drive.[…]Does this shock you, human? Do the ways of our world open your eyes to the truths of your own?
4
Any hominid of the genus Homo.
verb
1
To behave as or become, or to cause to behave as or become, a human.
[…] he sought to charm a single pair of ears, and those more hairy than critical. Later, as the race went on humaning, there grew complexity of sentiment and varying emotional needs, […]
There are, then, many ways of humaning: these are the ways along which we make ourselves and, collaboratively, one another.
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Idioms & Phrases
hope springs eternal in the human breast
Alternative form of hope springs eternal.
to err is human; to forgive, divine
Extended form of to err is human
Now thoſe that reach Parnaſſus’ lofty Crown, / Employ their Pains to ſpurn ſome others down; / And while Self-Love each jealous Writer rules, / Contending Wits become the Sport of
human touch
The ability of a person to deal with others in a personable and empathetic way.
Some politicians lack the human touch to connect with voters.
milk of human kindness
Compassion shown to other people.
Glamis thou art, and Cawdor, and shalt be / What thou art promised. Yet do I fear thy nature; / It is too full o’ th’ milk of human kindness / To catch the nearest way. Thou woulds
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Some powers diuine, or els infernall, mixt / Their angry ſeedes at his conception: / For he was neuer ſprong of humaine race, / Since with the ſpirit of his fearefull pride, / He dares so doubtleſly r
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[N]o attempt is made to call in God to their reſcue, as if he vvere an idle unconcern'd ſpectator of humane affairs, or ſo inconſiderable an ally, as not to be vvorth the care of engaging him on their
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Like most human activities, ballooning has sponsored heroes and hucksters and a good deal in between. For every dedicated scientist patiently recording atmospheric pressure and wind speed while shiver
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Humans share common ancestors with other apes.
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Bats host many high-profile viruses that can infect humans, including severe acute respiratory syndrome and Ebola.
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If I ever have to choose between a future where killer robots hunt humans or a future where bacon supplies have run out ... Let's just say you better start running.
WiktionaryUsage Notes
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In some senses, human is marked as rare, humorous. Watch for register when choosing this word.
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