atavist, throwback
(noun) an organism that has the characteristics of a more primitive type of that organism
Source: WordNet® 3.1
atavist (plural atavists)
A genetic characteristic emerging after absence from several generations.
A person of atavistic beliefs or habits.
Source: Wiktionary
2 May 2025
(noun) excavation consisting of a vertical or sloping passageway for finding or mining ore or for ventilating a mine
The world’s most expensive coffee costs more than US$700 per kilogram. Asian palm civet – a cat-like creature in Indonesia, eats fruits, including select coffee cherries. It excretes partially digested seeds that produce a smooth, less acidic brew of coffee called kopi luwak.
