Definition of: macropodian

(mak′rə·pō′dē·ən) noun
Any of a family (Macropodidae) of marsupials, especially those having six sharp upper incisors and two larger lower ones, enlarged saltatorial hind legs, and long tail: including wallabies and kangaroos.
—adjective Of or pertaining to the Macropodidae: also ma·crop·o·dine (mə·krop′ə·din, -dīn), [<NL <Gk. makropous, -podos long–footed <makros long + pous, podos a foot]