Definition

A large, long-necked dinosaur that lived during the late Jurassic period, often characterized by its massive size and herbivorous diet.

Example

The brontosaur was one of the largest dinosaurs to roam the Earth.

Conversation

Did you know the brontosaur was once thought to be the largest dinosaur?

Really? I always thought it was the T-Rex that held that title.

Yeah, it’s interesting how our understanding of dinosaurs changes over time.

Absolutely! The brontosaur is fascinating in its own right, though.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Brontosaur is formed from "bronto-" (from Greek "brontē", meaning thunder) and "saur" (from Greek "sauros", meaning lizard or reptile). The word refers to a large dinosaur that was once thought to be a giant lizard associated with thunder due to its size.

Memory Tip

Imagine a giant 'lizard' ('saur') that makes a 'thunder' sound ('bronto-') as it moves — that's how you can remember that a brontosaur is a massive dinosaur.

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