Definitions

1. noun

A suffix used to form nouns indicating a relationship or a characteristic, often of a person or thing.

“The author’s work was notable for its use of neologisms, including the term ‘crocodilean’, which highlighted the person’s fear of reptiles.”

2. adjective

Describing or related to a crocodile or its characteristics.

“The crocodilean features of the ancient monument still fascinated archaeologists today.”