cochliodont

/kɒkliˈɒndɒnt/

Definitions

1. noun

An extinct genus of large, carnivorous sharks.

“The fossil of a cochliodont shark was found in the ancient riverbed.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling the cochliodont shark.

“The cochliodont characteristics of the shark’s skeleton were well-preserved.”

Synonyms

  • carnivorous
  • shark-like

Antonyms

  • herbivorous
  • plant-eating