xenosaurus

/ˌziːnɒˈsɔːrəs/; /ziːˈnoʊsɔːrəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of small, burrowing reptiles of the family Xestospondylidae, found in Mexico.

“The paleontologist discovered a new species of xenosaurus in the desert region.”

2. noun

A genus of lizard-like reptiles.

“The xenosaurus, a type of small reptile, can be found in the tropical regions of Mexico.”

Synonyms

  • xenosaur
  • xestospondylid

Antonyms

  • large reptile
  • non-reptile