theropod

[US]/ˈθɛrəpɒd/
[UK]/ˈθɛrəpɑd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.carnivorous dinosaurs of the suborder Theropoda, characterized by small forelimbs and primarily bipedal locomotion
adj.relating to the suborder Theropoda

Phrases & Collocations

theropod dinosaur

large theropod

small theropod

theropod fossils

theropod species

modern theropod

theropod characteristics

theropod behavior

theropod lineage

theropod anatomy

Example Sentences

theropods were a diverse group of dinosaurs.

many theropods were carnivorous.

some theropods could fly.

the study of theropods helps us understand dinosaur evolution.

theropods are closely related to modern birds.

fossils of theropods have been found worldwide.

some theropods were as small as chickens.

theropods are known for their sharp claws and teeth.

the largest theropod was the spinosaurus.

theropods exhibit a wide range of body sizes.

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