theriodic

/θərɪˈɒdɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a theriodont or theriodonts, especially a group of early mammals

“The theriodic features of the new species made it stand out from its contemporaries.”

2. noun

a theriodont or theriodonts

“The theriodic population of the area was dwindling due to habitat loss.”

Synonyms

  • early mammal
  • theriodont

Antonyms

  • advanced mammal
  • modern mammal