agriochoeridae
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/ˌæɡriəʊˈkɪərɪdiː/
extinct pig-like mammals
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agriochoeridae' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agriochoiros,' where 'agrios' meant 'wild' and 'choiros' meant 'pig.'
Historical Evolution
'agriochoiros' transformed into the scientific classification 'agriochoeridae' to describe this family of mammals.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'wild pig,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a specific family of extinct mammals.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a family of extinct pig-like mammals that lived during the Eocene to Miocene epochs.
The agriochoeridae were known for their unique dental structures.
Last updated: 2025/06/03 19:06