order tubulidentata

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order tubulidentata

The aardvark is the only living member of the order Tubulidentata.

Definition

Noun 1. An order of Eutherian mammals: "Order Tubulidentata" is the scientific taxonomic name for the biological order containing a single living species, the aardvark (Orycteropus afer). It is characterized by unique teeth without enamel and a tubular structure in the dentine.

Usage Notes
  • This term is used exclusively in formal, scientific contexts such as zoology, taxonomy, and paleontology. It is not used in everyday conversation.
  • It is always capitalized as it is a proper taxonomic rank: Order Tubulidentata.
Examples of Usage
  • Scientific Classification:
    • The aardvark is the sole surviving member of Order Tubulidentata.
    • Fossil evidence helps scientists understand the evolution of Order Tubulidentata.
Advanced Usage
  • In Taxonomic Hierarchy: The term specifies a precise level of biological classification.
    • The class Mammalia includes Order Tubulidentata, Order Carnivora, and many others.
Variants and Related Words
  • Tubulidentate (adj): Describing an animal belonging to the Order Tubulidentata or having its characteristic tubular-toothed structure.
    • The tubulidentate fossil was carefully examined.
  • Aardvark (n): The common name for the mammal constituting Order Tubulidentata.
Synonyms
  • Aardvark order: A less formal synonym used in some scientific communication.
Different Meanings
  • This term has only one specific meaning in biological taxonomy. It does not have general English definitions.
order tubulidentata

The aardvark is the only living member of the order Tubulidentata.

Noun
  1. an order of Eutheria

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