anatine

ænˈeɪtaɪn

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of snails or slugs

“The anatine characteristics of the garden’s creatures made it an ideal environment for a herpetologist.”

2. noun

a snail or slug, especially in reference to its shell or habitat

“The anatine population in the park was surprisingly diverse, considering its small size.”

Synonyms

  • slug-like
  • snail-like

Antonyms

  • terrestrial