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.”

Synonyms

  • marsupial
  • opossum

Antonyms

  • mammal
  • placental