Definition

A large dinosaur that lived during the Jurassic period, known for its long neck and tail, and massive body.

Example

The brontosaurus was one of the largest dinosaurs to ever roam the Earth.

Conversation

Did you know the brontosaurus was one of the largest dinosaurs?

Yeah, I read that they could reach up to 75 feet long!

Imagine seeing a brontosaurus in real life; it must have been incredible.

Definitely! I would love to see how they moved and interacted.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Brontosaurus is formed from "bronto-" (from Greek "brontē", meaning thunder) and "sauros" (from Greek "sauros", meaning lizard or reptile). The word "brontosaurus" translates to 'thunder lizard', reflecting the massive size and possibly the thunderous sound it might have made.

Memory Tip

Imagine a giant lizard that makes a sound like thunder — 'bronto-' means thunder and 'sauros' means lizard. This helps you remember that a brontosaurus is a 'thunder lizard'.

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