aplacentaria

/ˌæpləˈsɛntɛriə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of extinct group of placental mammals, specifically the group that includes the ancestors of modern placentals.

“The discovery of the aplacentaria led to significant changes in our understanding of mammalian evolution.”

Synonyms

  • extinct mammals
  • placental mammals

Antonyms

  • marsupials