amygdaloncus

/ˌæmɪɡdəˈlɒŋkəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of extinct turtles that lived during the Early Cretaceous period.

“The paleontologist carefully examined the fossil of an amygdaloncus turtle.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the genus amygdaloncus.

“The amygdaloncus turtle’s shell was a remarkable example of prehistoric turtle evolution.”

Synonyms

  • cretaceous turtle
  • extinct turtle

Antonyms

  • living turtle
  • modern turtle