salientia

/ˌsælɪˈɛn.ti.ə/

Definitions

1. noun

a suborder of frogs, particularly the true frogs, characterized by a typically aquatic lifestyle and a wide range of adaptations

“The herpetologist studied the unique characteristics of the salientia species found in the local wetlands.”

2. noun

a distinctive or striking feature of something

“The architect highlighted the salientia of the new skyscraper’s design, which included a unique glass façade.”

Synonyms

  • aquatic frogs
  • frogs
  • true frogs

Antonyms

  • desert frogs
  • land-dwelling frogs