nebalioid

/ˌnɛbəˈlaɪ.ɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or relating to a nebali, especially a type of extinct fish

“The fossil of the nebalioid species was discovered in the ancient riverbed.”

2. noun

a member of the order Amiiformes, especially a type of extinct fish

“The team of paleontologists found several nebalioid fossils in the excavation site.”

Synonyms

  • amiid
  • fish-like

Antonyms

  • non-aquatic
  • terrestrial