Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cerat

Noun

/ˈsɛr.æt/

Definition

A horn or horn-like structure, especially in zoology.

Examples

The cerat on the dinosaur’s head was used for display purposes.
Scientists studied the fossilized cerat to learn more about the creature’s lifestyle.
In some insects, the cerat serves as a protective feature against predators.

Meaning

The term ‘cerat’ can refer to any horn-like projection found in anthropods and vertebrates, most notably seen in certain dinosaur species or in the study of fossils.