ganoidean

/ɡənoʊˈdiːən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or belonging to the class Ganoidei, a group of extinct fish.

“The fossil discovered in the riverbank was identified as a ganoidean fish.”

2. noun

a member of the extinct class Ganoidei.

“The museum displayed a ganoidean on its aquatic life exhibit.”

Synonyms

  • ancient fish
  • prehistoric fish

Antonyms

  • living fish
  • modern fish