Dinornithine

/daɪˈnoʊrnɪθaɪn/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or resembling the characteristics of dinornithes or moa birds.

Etymology

From dinornithes + '-ine' (adjective suffix meaning 'of or relating to'), creating an adjective similar to 'dinornithic.'

Kelly Says

Terms like 'dinornithine characteristics' let paleontologists quickly describe features specific to moa birds—like their massive leg bones or loss of flight capabilities.

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