Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
apatosaurus
Noun
/ˌæp.əˈtɔː.sər.əs/
Definition
A large herbivorous dinosaur from the Late Jurassic period, known for its long neck and tail.
Examples
- The apatosaurus was one of the largest dinosaurs to roam the Earth.
- Fossils of apatosaurus have been found in North America.
- Children love learning about how the apatosaurus used its long neck to reach high vegetation.
Meaning
Apatosaurus is a genus of dinosaur that lived approximately 154 to 150 million years ago, characterized by its massive size and plant-eating habits.
Synonyms
- Brontosaurus
- Thunder lizard
- Giant dinosaur
