Ichthyosaurus

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Pronunciation: /ɪkˌθaɪəˈsɔːrəs/

Definitions of ichthyosaurus

noun an extinct marine reptile of the Mesozoic era, resembling a dolphin with a long pointed snout and four flippers

Example Sentences

A1 The ichthyosaurus was a type of marine reptile that lived millions of years ago.

A2 Children can learn about the ichthyosaurus at the natural history museum.

B1 Scientists have discovered fossilized remains of the ichthyosaurus in various parts of the world.

B2 The ichthyosaurus was well adapted to life in the ocean, with its streamlined body and flippers.

C1 Researchers continue to study the evolution and behavior of the ichthyosaurus to gain insights into prehistoric marine life.

C2 The discovery of a complete ichthyosaurus skeleton was a major breakthrough in paleontology.

adjective related to or resembling an ichthyosaurus

Example Sentences

A1 The ichthyosaurus fossil was found in the museum.

A2 The children were excited to learn about the ichthyosaurus in their science class.

B1 Researchers have been studying the ichthyosaurus species for years.

B2 The discovery of a new ichthyosaurus skeleton has shed light on its behavior.

C1 The ichthyosaurus exhibit at the natural history museum is highly informative.

C2 The renowned paleontologist published a groundbreaking study on ichthyosaurus evolution.

Examples of ichthyosaurus in a Sentence

formal The ichthyosaurus was a marine reptile that lived during the Mesozoic era.

informal Have you seen the fossil of the ichthyosaurus at the museum?

slang That ichthyosaurus is one cool sea dino!

figurative Her graceful swimming reminded me of an ichthyosaurus gliding through the water.

Grammatical Forms of ichthyosaurus

plural

ichthyosauruses

comparative

more ichthyosaurus

superlative

most ichthyosaurus

present tense

ichthyosaurus

future tense

will ichthyosaurus

perfect tense

has ichthyosaurused

continuous tense

is ichthyosaurusing

singular

ichthyosaurus

positive degree

ichthyosaurus

infinitive

to ichthyosaurus

gerund

ichthyosaurusing

participle

ichthyosaurused

Origin and Evolution of ichthyosaurus

First Known Use: 1821 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'ichthyosaurus' originates from the Greek words 'ichthys' meaning fish and 'sauros' meaning lizard, as the creature was thought to resemble a fish-lizard.
Evolution of the word: The word 'ichthyosaurus' has remained consistent in its meaning as a prehistoric marine reptile, although its scientific classification has evolved over time with advancements in paleontology.