mesonyx

/mɛˈsoʊnɪks/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of extinct, early artiodactyl mammal with four hoof-like toes on each foot.

“The discovery of the mesonyx fossils provided valuable insights into the evolution of early mammals.”

Synonyms

  • ancient ungulate
  • early mammal

Antonyms

  • advanced mammal
  • modern ungulate