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Noun protomammal has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebProtomammalDescription:A protomammal refers to a primitive mammal-like extinct creature that represents the earliest evolutionary stage of mammals. It is believed to have lived during the late Triassic and early Jurassic periods. Senses:Sense 1:Noun - Paleontology A protomammal is an extinct transitional form between the reptiles and true mammals, showing characteristics shared by both groups. Example sentence: Fossil records have provided invaluable evidence about the evolution and anatomical features of protomammals. Related product: Protomammal Fossils Sense 2:Noun - Zoology A protomammal can refer to any early mammalian ancestor or a basal group of mammaliforms that appeared prior to the diversification of mammals. Example sentence: The discovery of a well-preserved protomammal skull shed new light on the evolution of mammalian characteristics. Related product: Books about the Evolution of Mammals Sense 3:Adjective Protomammal, when used as an adjective, describes something that is reminiscent of or similar to early mammals. Example sentence: The protomammal-like features in this ancient reptile indicate a potential evolutionary connection. Related product: Characteristics of Protomammals Sense 4:Noun - local use In certain regions, "protomammal" can be a term used informally to refer to a small furry animal from the local fauna. Example sentence: We spotted a cute protomammal scurrying across the path during our hike. Related product: Book about Local Fauna | ||||
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