enterozoic

/ɛn.tər.əˈzɒɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

Relating to or denoting the earliest division of the Mesozoic era, from about 252 to 247 million years ago.

“The enterozoic period saw the emergence of early reptiles.”

2. adjective

Describing or denoting the earliest division of the Mesozoic era.

“The enterozoic rocks in the region date back to the early Mesozoic era.”

Synonyms

  • mesozoic
  • triassic

Antonyms

  • cambrian
  • neozoic