didelphoid
/ˌdaɪˈdɛlfɔɪd/Definitions
1. adjective
Resembling or relating to the didelphs, a family of marsupials including the opossums.
“The didelphoid characteristics of the animal made it an interesting subject for study.”
2. noun
A member of the family Didelphidae, which includes the opossums.
“The didelphoid was found in the forest, its unusual appearance sparking curiosity.”