typhlopid

/ˈtɪfloʊpɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resembling a typhlopid snake, especially a burrowing snake with a short tail.

“The researchers studied the typhlopid characteristics of the newly discovered snake species.”

2. noun

A type of snake, especially a burrowing snake with a short tail, that belongs to the family Typhlopidae.

“The zookeeper handled the typhlopid with care, admiring its unique features.”

Synonyms

  • burrowing snake
  • legless snake

Antonyms

  • arboreal snake
  • long-tailed snake