amphicoelous

/æmˌfɪkəˈluːs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having two lateral convexities or rounded lobes on each side of the midline, typically found in fossils of ancient vertebrates.

“The paleontologist studied the amphicoelous vertebrae of the ancient species.”

Synonyms

  • biconvex
  • bilateral

Antonyms

  • opisthocoelous
  • platycoelous