Definitions

1. noun

A genus of extinct Cretaceous to early Eocene nautiloid cephalopods.

“The fossil discovery revealed a remarkable specimen of Neoteinia from the early Eocene era.”

2. adjective

Relating to the genus Neoteinia, especially in describing the morphology or characteristics of its fossils.

“The paleontologist noted the neoteinian features in the newly unearthed fossil remains.”