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missing link
n.
1. A theoretical primate postulated to bridge the evolutionary gap between the anthropoid apes and humans. Not in scientific use.
2. Something lacking that is needed to complete a series.

missing link
n
1. (Earth Sciences / Palaeontology) (sometimes capitals; usually preceded by the) a hypothetical extinct animal or animal group, formerly thought to be intermediate between the anthropoid apes and man
2. any missing section or part in an otherwise complete series
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Noun1.missing link - hypothetical organism formerly thought to be intermediate between apes and human beingsmissing link - hypothetical organism formerly thought to be intermediate between apes and human beings
primitive, primitive person - a person who belongs to an early stage of civilization
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