Caprid
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkæpɹɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Caprid is an adjective meaning (zoology) Any member of the subfamily Caprinae.
Meaning
(zoology) Any member of the subfamily Caprinae.
More Meanings
- (zoology) Of or pertaining to the subfamily Caprinae of ruminants, of which the goat (genus Capra) is the type; Ovis (sheep) are also members.
Word Forms
- caprids
Synonyms for caprid
Depending on context, synonyms include caprine.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include caprine, capreoline, capriform, capripede, rupicaprine, hircinous.
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