tylopodous

/tɪˌloʊˈpɒdəs/; /tɪˌloʊˈpɔdəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the tylopods, a suborder of extinct even-toed ungulates.

“Fossil remains of a tylopodous species were discovered in the southwestern United States.”

2. noun

a member of the suborder Tylopoda, including camels, llamas, and their extinct relatives.

“The discovery of a new tylopodous fossil has shed light on the evolution of these ancient ungulates.”

Synonyms

  • even-toed
  • ungulate

Antonyms

  • hoofed mammal
  • odd-toed