Adjective: batrachian bu'trey-kee-un
- (zoology) relating to frogs and toads
"Batrachian anatomy is characterized by long hind legs";
- anuran, salientian
- Any of various tailless stout-bodied amphibians with long hind limbs for leaping; semiaquatic and terrestrial species
"The batrachian's powerful legs allowed it to jump several times its body length";
- frog, toad, toad frog, anuran, salientian
Derived forms: batrachians
Type of: amphibian
Encyclopedia: Batrachian