tyrannosaurus
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of tyrannosaurus
C19: from New Latin, from Greek turannos tyrant + sauros lizard
Example Sentences
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One of the world's most complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons, nicknamed "Gus," was showcased Wednesday at Sotheby's auction house in New York ahead of its sale later this month.
From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026
For decades, scientists have used these rings to reconstruct the life history of Tyrannosaurus rex.
From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026
Although Tyrannosaurus rex is one of the most famous dinosaurs ever discovered, some researchers have argued that not every fossil labeled as T. rex necessarily belongs to the same species.
From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026
Researchers say the work provides the most detailed reconstruction yet of how Tyrannosaurus grew throughout its life.
From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026
From the way his pockets were sticking out it looked like he had one Tyrannosaurus rex and one triceratops.
From "The Watsons Go to Birmingham" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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