Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
titanoboa
Noun
/taɪˈtæn.əˌboʊ.ə/
Definition
Titanoboa refers to an extinct genus of giant snakes that lived approximately 60 million years ago during the Paleocene epoch.
Examples
- The Titanoboa was one of the largest snakes ever to exist, measuring over 40 feet in length.
- Fossils of Titanoboa were discovered in Colombia, shedding light on prehistoric ecosystems.
Meaning
The name Titanoboa is derived from Greek and Latin words meaning ‘titanic serpent’, indicating its massive size and serpentine form.
Synonyms
- None, as Titanoboa is a unique genus name.
