ceteosaur

/siːtioʊsɔːr/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of extinct marine reptile belonging to the family Ichthyosauridae, characterized by its long, dolphin-like snout and robust body.

“Fossil discoveries have revealed the presence of ceteosaurs in the ancient seas of North America during the Early Cretaceous period.”

Synonyms

  • ichthyosaur
  • sea reptile

Antonyms

  • terrestrial animal