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Nothosauria

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: In paleontology, a group of extinct aquatic reptiles belonging to the order Sauropterygia, characterized by long necks, paddle-like limbs, and underdeveloped tails.

Usage: Nothosauria is a diverse and fascinating group of reptiles that lived during the Triassic period.

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Nothosauria

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Pertaining to or characteristic of the nothosaurs, an extinct group of aquatic reptiles.

Usage: The fossilized remains of a nothosauria creature were uncovered in the sedimentary rocks.

Sense 2: Describing a geological period known as the "Age of Nothosauria," during which these reptiles flourished.

Usage: Nothosauria tracks can be found in the rock formations dating back to the Late Triassic.

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Nothosauria

Part of Speech: Noun (Local term)

Sense: In the small coastal town of Nothosaurus Cove, "nothosauria" refers to the annual festival celebrating the town's rich history and the mythical sea creature believed to protect the local fishermen.

Usage: The Nothosauria festival attracts tourists from far and wide, offering live music, delicious seafood, and captivating folklore.

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