[ɛntɪˈloʊdən]

Definitions

1. noun

a prehistoric carnivorous mammal of the extinct family Entelodontidae.

“Fossil evidence suggests that the entelodon was a formidable predator of its time.”

2. noun

a type of extinct pig-like mammal, characterized by its powerful jaws and sharp teeth.

“The discovery of an entelodon fossil in the region provided valuable insights into the local ecosystem.”