agassiz

/ˈæɡəsiz/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fossil fish or a person bearing the name of a Swiss-born American zoologist Louis Agassiz (1807-1873).

“The museum is home to a remarkable Agassiz fossil collection.”

2. proper noun

A given name for people, especially males, derived from the surname of Louis Agassiz.

“Agassiz High School is a well-known institution in Chicago.”

Synonyms

  • fossil fish
  • zoologist

Antonyms

  • modern animal
  • non-fossil species