Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brontosauri
Noun
/ˌbrɒn.təˈsɔː.rəs/, /-ˈsɔː.aɪ/
Definition
Brontosauri refers to a group of large, long-necked dinosaurs that lived during the Jurassic period. They are often associated with the heavy weight and size characteristic of sauropods.
Examples
- The brontosauri grazed on treetops, using their long necks to reach high foliage.
- In many documentaries, brontosauri are depicted wandering in groups across vast plains.
- For many years, brontosauri were thought to be a myth until more complete fossils were discovered.
Meaning
The term ‘brontosaurus’ typically refers to a specific genus of sauropod dinosaurs, but ‘brontosauri’ is used to highlight their plural form.
Synonyms
- sauropods
- long-necked dinosaurs
- gentle giants
