Vocabulary Entry

tyrannosaurus

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noun

A large extinct reptile known as a theropod dinosaur that lived during the Late Cretaceous period.

Example Sentences

"The tyrannosaurus was one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs."

"Paleontologists often study the fossils of the tyrannosaurus to learn more about its behavior."

"In movies, the tyrannosaurus is often depicted as a formidable predator."