Sauropod
(noun)
A large, quadrupedal herbivorous dinosaur of the infraorder Sauropoda, characterized by a long neck and tail and small head, and including the genera Diplodocus, Apatosaurus, and Brachiosaurus.
Origin:
From greek sauros "lizard" + -pod "foot".
Examples:
- The sauropod is one of the most well-known and recognizable types of dinosaurs, due to its large size and long neck.
- Sauropods are known for their large size, with some species growing up to 100 feet long.
- The sauropod's small head and long neck allowed it to reach high vegetation.
- A sauropod skeleton was on display in the museum, drawing a crowd of fascinated visitors.
- Sauropod tracks have been found in many locations around the world, providing evidence of their once widespread presence.