Styracosaurus (Noun)
Meaning
An unusual ceratopsian dinosaur having many large spikes around the edge of its bony frill and a long nose horn; late Cretaceous.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Styracosaurus was an unusual ceratopsian dinosaur known for its distinctive frill adorned with long spikes.
- Paleontologists discovered the nearly complete skeleton of a Styracosaurus in the badlands of Montana.
- With its impressive array of spikes and a long nose horn, the Styracosaurus is considered one of the most recognizable dinosaurs.
- Fossil records indicate that the Styracosaurus roamed the Earth during the late Cretaceous period.
- Scientists believe that the frill on the Styracosaurus served multiple purposes, including display and defense.