ceratops

/sɛrəˈtɒps/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of dinosaur, characterized by a distinctive frill on its head.

“The ceratops fossil was discovered in the badlands of Montana.”

2. noun

A genus of horned dinosaurs, including Triceratops.

“The ceratops genus is a well-known group of dinosaurs in paleontology.”

Synonyms

  • frilled dinosaur
  • horned dinosaur

Antonyms

  • armored dinosaur
  • scaly reptile