eutherian

/juːˈθɪəriən/

Definitions

1. noun

a placental mammal, especially a member of the subclass Placentalia, which includes all mammals except marsupials and monotremes.

“The zoo is home to a variety of eutherian mammals, including bears and lions.”

2. adjective

relating to a placental mammal

“Eutherian mammals are found on every continent except Antarctica.”

Synonyms

  • placental mammal

Antonyms

  • marsupial