achaenodon

/ˌækɪnəˈdɒn/ (AK-uh-neh-DOHN)

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of extinct carnivorous hyaenodont mammals

“Fossil discoveries in the region have revealed the presence of achaenodon, a fascinating prehistoric animal.”

Synonyms

  • carnivorous mammal
  • hyaenodont

Antonyms

  • herbivorous mammal
  • omnivorous mammal