cirripedial

/sɪrɪpɪˈdiəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of cirripeds, especially barnacles

“The cirripedial crustaceans were studied by marine biologists.”

2. noun

a characteristic or property of cirripeds, especially barnacles

“The cirripedial features of the new species were quite fascinating.”

Synonyms

  • barnacle-like
  • crustacean
  • maritime

Antonyms

  • land-dwelling
  • terrestrial