sciuroid

/sɪˈjʊrɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or characteristic of a sciuroid mammal, typically a small, insectivorous mammal of the order Soricomorpha.

“The sciuroid mammal was found in the forest, feeding on insects and small invertebrates.”

Synonyms

  • insectivorous
  • soricid

Antonyms

  • carnivorous
  • omnivorous