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Ornithopod

Definition:

An ornithopod refers to a type of herbivorous dinosaur that belongs to the clade Ornithopoda. Ornithopods were bipedal or quadrupedal dinosaurs from the Mesozoic era characterized by their bird-like pelvic structure.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Paleontology:

In paleontology, an ornithopod is a type of dinosaur from the clade Ornithopoda.

Example sentence: The most common ornithopods found in fossil records are the Iguanodon and Hadrosaurus.

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Sense 2 - Zoology:

In zoology, ornithopod refers to any animal that belongs to the group Ornithopoda, which includes dinosaurs.

Example sentence: The herbivorous ornithopods roamed the ancient landscapes in search of plants to eat.

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Sense 3 - Local:

In a local context, ornithopod can refer to a specific bird-like species found in a particular region.

Example sentence: The local ornithopod found in this region is known for its vibrant plumage and unique nesting habits.

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