hyracoidea

/haɪrækˈsaɪdiə/

Definitions

1. noun

the infraorder of small, herbivorous mammals that includes the hyraxes, related to elephants and manatees, characterized by powerful hind legs and sharp claws.

“The researcher studied the unique characteristics of the hyracoidea family in the African savannah.”

Synonyms

  • dwarf rhinoceros
  • hyrax

Antonyms

  • carnivore
  • predator