nodosaur

/noʊˈdoʊsɔr, nəˈdoʊsɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of armored dinosaur, characterized by a row of bony projections on its back, belonging to the family Nodosauridae.

“The museum exhibit showcased a reconstructed nodosaur skeleton.”

2. adjective

Describing something that is similar to a nodosaur or has a row of bony projections.

“The fossilized remains of the nodosaur-like creature were discovered in the desert.”

Synonyms

  • armored dinosaur
  • thorny reptile

Antonyms

  • slender reptile
  • unarmored creature