Meaning Of The Word Diapsid

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Diapsid Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Diapsid?

diapsid in American English
adjective: having two openings in the skull behind each eye, characteristic of the subclasses Lepidosauria and Archosauria, including all living reptiles except turtles
noun: a diapsid reptile

diapsid in British English
adjective: of or relating to diapsids
noun: any member of the group of reptiles having two holes towards the back of each side of the skull; this group includes crocodiles and snakes

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