ANAPSID - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

primitive reptile having no opening in the temporal region of the skull; all extinct except turtles

Categories: Reptile, Reptilian

Synonyms

Anapsid, Anapsid reptile

Antonyms

Diapsid

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "anapsid" comes from Ancient Greek ἀν-.

🧩 Fun Fact

The Greek language preserved ancient Indo-European roots better than most other languages.

➡️ Words that Start with AN

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Words that End with ID ⬅️

Araquanid Elekid Remoraid Pellucid Percoid Perfervid Petaloid Phasianid Phasmid Prismoid Tenebrionid Tepid