lupiform

/luːpɪˈfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling a wolf, especially in shape or form

“The lupiform appearance of the ancient statue still fascinated the historians.”

2. noun

a wolf-like animal, especially a prehistoric mammal of the genus Aenictogale

“The discovery of the lupiform fossils in the cave was a groundbreaking find for paleontologists.”

Synonyms

  • canine
  • lupine
  • wolfish

Antonyms

  • canine
  • doglike