phociform

/fɒkɪˈfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or related to seals

“The phociform morphology of the ancient creature suggested a close relationship with modern seals.”

2. noun

a type of seal, especially one of the family Phocidae

“The researchers studied the behavior of a group of phociforms in their natural habitat.”

Synonyms

  • pinniped
  • seal
  • seal-like

Antonyms

  • terrestrial mammal