protelid
|pro-te-lid|
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/ˈproʊtəlɪd/
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/ˈprəʊtəlɪd/
member of Protelidae
Etymology
Etymology Information
'protelid' originates from the Greek word 'protos,' meaning 'first,' and 'elidos,' referring to a type of animal.
Historical Evolution
'protelid' was derived from the Greek term 'protelidos,' which was used to describe early forms of certain animals.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to 'early forms of certain animals,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a member of the family Protelidae.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member of the family Protelidae, which includes the aardwolf.
The aardwolf is a protelid known for its termite diet.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/29 16:44