dorippid

/dɔːˈrɪpɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to the Dorippidae, a family of extinct brachyuran crabs.

“The fossil record revealed that the ancient coastlines were home to dorippid crabs during the Jurassic period.”

Synonyms

  • ancient
  • prehistoric

Antonyms

  • contemporary
  • modern