zeuglodon

/ˈzuːɡlədɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A prehistoric carnivorous mammal related to the extinct family Herpestidae and endemic to North America during the late Miocene and early Pliocene epochs.

“Fossil remains of the zeuglodon have been discovered in various parts of North America.”

Synonyms

  • carnivore
  • mammal

Antonyms

  • herbivore
  • omnivore