megalodon

/mɛɡəˈloʊdən/

Definitions

1. noun

A prehistoric species of shark, believed to be one of the largest predators to have existed.

“The discovery of megalodon teeth has provided valuable insights into the evolution of sharks.”

2. proper noun

A genus of sharks in the family Otodontidae, comprising a single species (Carcharocles megalodon).

“The megalodon genus is considered one of the most fascinating discoveries in paleontology.”

3. adjective

Extremely large or massive, especially in relation to the size of a shark.

“The megalodon’s enormous size is still a subject of awe and fascination among scientists.”

Synonyms

  • giant shark
  • prehistoric shark

Antonyms

  • minuscule predator
  • small shark