derotremata Meaning, Definition & Usage

Der`o*tre"ma*ta noun plural

Etymology

NL., fr. Gr. skin + , , hole.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) The tribe of aquatic Amphibia which includes Amphiuma, Menopoma, etc. They have permanent gill openings, but no external gills; -- called also Cryptobranchiata. Written also Derotrema.