Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jurassic
Adjective
/dʒʊˈræsɪk/
Definition
Relating to, or denoting the second period of the Mesozoic era, following the Triassic and preceding the Cretaceous.
Examples
- The Jurassic period lasted from about 201 million to 145 million years ago.
- Jurassic fossils provide insight into the prehistoric life that once inhabited our planet.
- The Jurassic Park series popularized the idea of dinosaurs returning to life.
Meaning
The Jurassic period is known for the dominance of dinosaurs and the first appearance of birds, as well as significant developments in plants and marine life.
Synonyms
- Mesozonic (related to the Mesozoic era)
- Prehistoric (referring to the period before written history)
