stegosaurus

IPA: stɛgʌsˈɔrʌs

A stegosaur, a member of the suborder Stegosauria, of the order Ornithischia of the middle Jurassic to early Cretaceous period.
A member of the genus Stegosaurus within this suborder.

Examples of "stegosaurus" in Sentences

The stegosaurus was a herbivorous dinosaur known for its distinctive plates along its back
Paleontologists believe that the stegosaurus lived during the Late Jurassic period
The stegosaurus had a small head with a tiny brain, but it was still a formidable herbivore
Some scientists speculate that the spikes on the stegosaurus's tail were used for defense against predators
The stegosaurus's unique appearance and size make it a favorite among dinosaur enthusiasts