lucumia

[ˌluːkyʊˈmiːə]

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of extinct birds in the family Phorusrhacidae, characterized by their large size and powerful legs.

“The paleontologist studied the fossil of a lucumia, trying to understand its unique characteristics.”

Synonyms

  • large bird
  • phorusrhacid

Antonyms

  • domesticated bird
  • small bird