scomberoid

/ˈskɒmbrɔɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A fossil fish of the genus Scomberoides, particularly Scomberoides compressus, found in Eocene deposits.

“The ancient fossil, believed to be a scomberoid, was discovered in the Eocene deposits of the region.”

Synonyms

  • ancient fish
  • fossil fish

Antonyms

  • living fish
  • modern fish