plesiosaur (Meaning)
Wordnet
plesiosaur (n)
extinct marine reptile with a small head on a long neck a short tail and four paddle-shaped limbs; of the Jurassic and Cretaceous
Webster
plesiosaur (n.)
One of the Plesiosauria.
Synonyms & Antonyms of plesiosaur
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plesiosaur Sentence Examples
- The plesiosaur's elongated neck allowed it to reach prey in deep waters.
- Scientists believe plesiosaurs were cold-blooded marine reptiles.
- The discovery of a perfectly preserved plesiosaur fossil in the UK sent shockwaves through the scientific community.
- The plesiosaur's paddle-like limbs propelled it swiftly through the water.
- The size of a plesiosaur could vary drastically depending on the species, from small to enormous.
- Some plesiosaurs possessed sharp teeth, suggesting they were carnivorous hunters.
- The plesiosaur's extinction remains a mystery, with various theories debated among paleontologists.
- The Loch Ness Monster is often compared to a plesiosaur, sparking ongoing speculation and investigation.
- The plesiosaur's anatomy has been studied extensively, providing insights into its lifestyle and habitat.
- Fossils of plesiosaurs have been found in various parts of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
FAQs About the word plesiosaur
extinct marine reptile with a small head on a long neck a short tail and four paddle-shaped limbs; of the Jurassic and CretaceousOne of the Plesiosauria.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The plesiosaur's elongated neck allowed it to reach prey in deep waters.
Scientists believe plesiosaurs were cold-blooded marine reptiles.
The discovery of a perfectly preserved plesiosaur fossil in the UK sent shockwaves through the scientific community.
The plesiosaur's paddle-like limbs propelled it swiftly through the water.
