marsupia

/mɑːrˈsuːpiəl/

Definitions

1. noun

a mammal of the order Marsupialia, which includes kangaroos, opossums, and koalas, characterized by a pouch in which the young are carried and nourished.

“The zoo is home to several marsupials, including a joey kangaroo and a pair of opossums.”

Synonyms

  • marsupial
  • mammal

Antonyms

  • placental mammal