xenopteri

/zɛnɒptəri/ or /zɛnɔptəri/

Definitions

1. noun

an extinct group of flying reptiles that lived during the Mesozoic Era, often confused with pterosaurs but distinct in their wing anatomy and other characteristics.

“The paleontologist specialized in the study of xenoptery, a lesser-known but fascinating group of flying reptiles.”

Synonyms

  • flying reptile
  • pterodactyl

Antonyms

  • ground-dwelling reptile
  • terrestrial animal