xenopterygii Meaning, Definition & Usage

Xe*nop`te*ryg"i*i noun plural

Etymology

NL., from Gr. xe`nos strange + , dim. of a wing.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) A suborder of fishes including Gobiesox and allied genera. These fishes have soft-rayed fins, and a ventral sucker supported in front by the pectoral fins. They are destitute of scales.