What is another word for Family Mastodontidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli mˈastədˌɒntɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
Family Mastodontidae can be replaced with the term "mastodons" which refers to a group of extinct mammals resembling elephants. Another alternative is "proboscideans", which includes both extinct and extant elephant species. "Prehistoric elephants" can also be used to describe the Mastodontidae family. Additionally, "gompotheres" can be used as a synonym for this family, which refers to an extinct group of large mammals similar to elephants but with a shorter trunk. "Tuskers" is also a casual term for animals with large tusks, including mammoths and mastodons. Overall, while "Family Mastodontidae" may be the scientific term used by paleontologists and biologists, there are many colloquial and popular synonyms that can be used to refer to these extinct, yet fascinating animals.
