hyraciform

/haɪˈrækɪfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or related to hyraxes, or having a body form that is similar to that of hyraxes

“The hyraciform features of the fossil were a key indicator of its evolutionary lineage.”

2. noun

a body form similar to that of hyraxes

“The unique hyraciform structure of the animal allowed it to traverse difficult terrain.”

Synonyms

  • rabbit-like
  • rodent-like

Antonyms

  • primate-like
  • ungulate-like