amphicyon

/æmˈfɪsi.ɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

an extinct genus of large, bear-like carnivorous mammals that lived during the Miocene epoch.

“Fossil remains of amphicyons have been discovered in various parts of Europe and Asia.”

Synonyms

  • bear
  • carnivore

Antonyms

  • herbivore
  • omnivore