subclass Diapsida

Definitions of subclass Diapsida
  1. noun
    used in former classifications to include all living reptiles except turtles; superseded by the two subclasses Lepidosauria and Archosauria
    synonyms: Diapsida
    see moresee less
    type of:
    reptile, reptilian
    any cold-blooded vertebrate of the class Reptilia including tortoises, turtles, snakes, lizards, alligators, crocodiles, and extinct forms
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘subclass Diapsida'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family