chiropterite

/kaɪrəpˈtɛraɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or extinct type of ancient fossilized bat or bat-like animal.

“The scientist studied the chiropterite fossils found in the ancient cave.”

2. noun

A rare or obscure word used to describe something related to bats.

“The author used the obscure term chiropterite to describe the mysterious creature.”

Synonyms

  • bat-like
  • fossilized mammal

Antonyms

  • living bat
  • modern mammal