batrachian

[ buh-trey-kee-uhn ]

adjective

1. belonging or pertaining to the Batrachia, a former group comprising the amphibians, and sometimes restricted to the salientians.

noun

1. an amphibian, especially a salientian.

batrachian

/ bəˈtreɪkɪən /

noun

1. any amphibian, esp a frog or toad

adjective

1. of or relating to the frogs and toads

batrachian

/ bə-trā′kē-ən /

1. Relating to tailless amphibians, such as frogs and toads.

Word History and Origins

Origin of batrachian¹

1825–35; < New Latin Batrachi ( a ) (< Greek bátrach ( os ) frog + New Latin -ia noun suffix (neuter plural)) + -an )

Word History and Origins

Origin of batrachian¹

C19: from New Latin Batrachia , from Greek batrakhos frog

Example Sentences

What might be gained if one only had the vitality of this batrachian!

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Fourth report on additions to the batrachian collection in the Natural History Museum.

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The vertebrate branch is divided into classes: fishes, amphibians or batrachians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.

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He even brought crumbs for him, which the batrachian never failed to discuss, and seemed to enjoy.

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A new species of tailless batrachian from North America.

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