hemitypic

/hɛˈmɪtɪpɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a hemiptych, a type of fossilized leaf impression.

“The hemitypic fossils found in the new excavation provided valuable insights into ancient plant life.”

2. noun

a hemiptych, especially a fossilized leaf impression.

“The museum displayed a collection of hemitypics from different geological periods.”

Synonyms

  • fossilized
  • hemiptych

Antonyms

  • fresh
  • modern