hyracoid
/haɪˈreɪkoʊd/Definitions
1. adjective
Resembling or pertaining to a hyrax, especially in dental structure.
“The hyracoid teeth of the ancient creature have been found in fossil records.”
2. noun
A hyracoid animal or fossil.
“The discovery of a new hyracoid in the region has garnered significant attention from paleontologists.”
3. noun
A member of the suborder Hyracoidea.
“The hyracoid is a type of small, herbivorous mammal found in Africa.”