exogyra

/ˈɛksəɡaɪrə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of extinct oyster; a genus of oysters that lived during the Cretaceous and Paleogene periods.

“The fossil of an Exogyra oyster was discovered in the coastal area, providing valuable insights into ancient marine ecosystems.”

Synonyms

  • bivalve
  • oyster

Antonyms

  • trilobite