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therian

noun
the·​ri·​an | \ ˈthir-Ä“-É™n How to pronounce therian (audio) \

Definition of therian

: any of a subclass (Theria) of mammals comprising the marsupials and the placental mammals

Other Words from therian

therian adjective

First Known Use of therian

1962, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for therian

New Latin Theria, from Greek thēria, plural of therion wild animal — more at treacle

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