naias

/ˈnaɪ.əs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of extinct large aquatic mammals, related to manatees and dugongs.

“The discovery of Naias fossils provided significant insights into the evolution of aquatic mammals.”

2. proper noun

A genus of extinct aquatic mammals.

“The paleontologist studied the Naias fossils found in the riverbed.”

Synonyms

  • dugong
  • manatee
  • sirenian

Antonyms

  • air-breathing mammal
  • terrestrial mammal