Machairodont
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:The fossil remains of saber-toothed cats were found in the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles.
Definition:An extinct cat-like carnivore belonging to the subfamily Machairodontinae, known for their distinctive long, slender canine teeth.
From saber-toothed cat
Example:Machairodont mammals are now extinct, but their remains provide valuable insight into prehistoric life.
Definition:No longer existing or occurring in nature; disappeared or disappeared from the fossil record.
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Example:Machairodonts were formidable predators in their ecosystems, often killing large herbivores.
Definition:An animal that hunts and kills other animals for food.
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