marsupial

/ˈmɑːrspuːiəl, ˈmɑːrsuːpiəl/

Definitions

1. noun

any of a group of mammals that give birth to a relatively undeveloped fetus and then complete its development inside a pouch on their body

“The marsupial family is known for their unique reproductive strategy.”

2. noun

a mammal of the order Marsupialia

“Some common examples of marsupials include kangaroos and koalas.”

Synonyms

  • metatherian
  • pouched mammal

Antonyms

  • placental mammal