entoolitic

/ˌɛntoʊˈɪtɪk/; en-tō-ĭ-tik/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of entolitics, or organisms that have an external shell, typically a larval stage.

“The entoolitic structure of the fossils revealed their evolution from marine to terrestrial environments.”

2. noun

An organism that has an external shell, typically a larval stage.

“The entoolitic specimens were studied to understand their developmental processes.”

Synonyms

  • exoskeletal
  • externally shelled

Antonyms

  • endoskeletal
  • internally shelled