notidanian

/nɒtɪˈdeɪniən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of Notidanioidea, an extinct order of sharks.

“The fossilized remains of a notidanian shark were discovered in the ancient marine deposits.”

2. noun

a member of the extinct order Notidanioidea.

“The notidanian shark was a fearsome predator of the ancient oceans.”

Synonyms

  • fossilized
  • shark-like

Antonyms

  • living
  • modern