Aeluroid

Pronunciation: /iːl.jʊərɔɪd/

Definitions of aeluroid

noun Aeluroid is a noun that refers to a member of the Aeluroidea superfamily, which includes various carnivorous mammals such as cats and hyenas.

Example Sentences

A1 An aeluroid is a type of animal that resembles a cat.

A2 The aeluroid's fur was soft and fluffy.

B1 The aeluroid's behavior is similar to that of a domestic cat.

B2 Scientists are studying the genetics of aeluroids to learn more about their evolution.

C1 The aeluroid species is known for its unique hunting techniques.

C2 Aeluroids have adapted well to various environments, making them successful predators.

Examples of aeluroid in a Sentence

formal The aeluroid carnivores are known for their sharp teeth and strong jaws.

informal I read an interesting article about aeluroid mammals in National Geographic.

slang My friend's new kitten is so cute, I heard it's an aeluroid breed.

figurative The politician's speech was like a hungry aeluroid, tearing apart his opponent's arguments.

Grammatical Forms of aeluroid

• past tense: aeluroided
• plural: aeluroids
• comparative: more aeluroid
• superlative: most aeluroid
• present tense: aeluroids
• future tense: will aeluroid
• perfect tense: have aeluroided
• continuous tense: is aeluroiding
• singular: aeluroid
• positive degree: aeluroid
• infinitive: to aeluroid
• gerund: aeluroiding
• participle: aeluroided

Origin and Evolution of aeluroid

First Known Use: 1889 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'aeluroid' originated from the combination of the Greek words 'ailouros' meaning cat and 'eidos' meaning form or shape.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in zoology to describe animals resembling cats, the term 'aeluroid' has evolved to also be used in a broader sense to describe any creature that resembles a cat or has cat-like characteristics.