ctenoidean

/tɛknɔɪdiˈeɪn/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of ctenoid scales

“The ctenoidean fish had a unique pattern of scales on its body.”

2. noun

a member of a group of fish with ctenoid scales

“The ctenoidean was one of the many species of fish in the aquarium.”

Synonyms

  • ctenoid
  • scale-bearing

Antonyms

  • scaleless
  • smooth-skinned