macropod
definition
a member of a family of large marsupials native to Australia and New Guinea including kangaroos and wallabies
example
The macropod family includes various species such as kangaroos and wallabies, each adapted to different habitats across Australia.
synonyms
kangaroowallaby
word origin — The word 'macropod' comes from the Greek 'makros' meaning 'long' and 'pous' meaning 'foot'.