ornithopod
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌɔrnɪˈθɒpəd/
KK: /ɔrnɪθəpɒd/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a group of dinosaurs known for their bird-like features and characteristics.
Example
The ornithopod dinosaurs were known for their ability to walk on two legs and their herbivorous diet.
Conversation
Did you know that some dinosaurs were classified as ornithopod?
Really? I thought they were all just big and scary.
Nope! The ornithopod dinosaurs were actually quite diverse and interesting.
That's cool! I love learning about different types of dinosaurs.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
birdlike
avian
fowl
Antonyms
reptilian
mammalian
amphibian
noun
Definition
A type of large dinosaur that walked on two legs and belonged to a specific group known for having three main toes.
Example
The ornithopod was known for its ability to walk on two legs and its unique beak-like mouth.
Conversation
Did you know that the ornithopod was a type of dinosaur that walked on two legs?
Really? I always thought they were just big lizards.
Nope! They actually had some unique features that set them apart from other dinosaurs.
Root Explanation
Ornithopod is formed from "ornitho-" (from Greek "ornithos", meaning bird) and "-pod" (from Greek "pous, podos", meaning foot). The term refers to a group of dinosaurs characterized by their bird-like feet.
Memory Tip
Think of 'bird' ('ornitho-') and 'foot' ('pod') to remember that an ornithopod is a dinosaur with bird-like feet.
Visually Confused Words
orthopod
orthopoda