chaetetidae

/ˌkeɪɪˈtɛtɪdeɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a family of fossilised sea sponges, often found in ancient limestones.

“The discovery of chaetetid fossils in the new excavation site provided valuable insights into the evolution of sea sponges.”

Synonyms

  • fossil
  • sea sponge

Antonyms

  • living organism
  • modern species