strobiloid

/ˈstrɒbɪloʊɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A strobiloid is a type of fossil, specifically a coniferous seed fern.

“The paleobotanist studied the strobiloids from the ancient forest in the museum.”

2. adjective

Describing or relating to a strobiloid or having a strobiloid form.

“The strobiloid-like pattern on the leaves was a distinctive feature of that plant species.”

Synonyms

  • coniferous
  • strobilus

Antonyms

  • herbaceous
  • non-coniferous