linopteris

/lɪˈnɒptərɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of extinct, medium-sized, carnivorous marsupial found in Australia, closely related to thylacines.

“Scientists have been studying the remains of the linopteris to learn more about the evolution of Australian marsupials.”

Synonyms

  • marsupial
  • thylacine

Antonyms

  • placental
  • ungulate