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genus triceratops

 

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Noun genus triceratops has 1 sense
  1. genus Triceratops - genus of herbivorous horned dinosaurs
    --1 is a kind of
    reptile genus
    --1 is a member of Ceratopsia, suborder Ceratopsia
    --1 has member: triceratops

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Term: Genus Triceratops

Description:

The genus Triceratops is a well-known group of herbivorous dinosaurs that roamed the Earth during the Late Cretaceous period. They were characterized by a large bony frill and three horns on their face, which made them easily recognizable.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun (Paleontology): Referring to a group of herbivorous dinosaurs belonging to the Triceratops genus.

Example Sentence: The genus Triceratops lived approximately 68 to 66 million years ago.

2. Noun (Biology): Denoting a classification ranking in the biological taxonomy of organisms.

Example Sentence: The genus Triceratops falls into the family Ceratopsidae, along with other similar dinosaurs.

3. Adjective (Informal): Used to describe something as being strong, sturdy, or tough.

Example Sentence: His car is a triceratops when it comes to durability.

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