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Definition of ceratopsian

ceratopsian

/ˌsɛr.əˈtɑːp.si.ən/
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Plural:ceratopsians
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Adjective:ceratopsian
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ceratopsian Lexical Profile

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1

Relating to or denoting herbivorous dinosaurs of the suborder Ceratopsia, typically characterized by parrot-like beaks, bony neck frills, and often prominent facial horns.

Example

"Paleontologists recently uncovered a massive ceratopsian skull featuring uniquely asymmetrical horns over its brow."

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• noun

1

Any of a diverse group of herbivorous, beaked dinosaurs belonging to the suborder Ceratopsia that thrived across North America, Europe, and Asia during the Cretaceous period.

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cerapteryx
cerastes
cerastium
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ceratostigma
cereal
cerebellocortex

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Modern Latin suborder name 'Ceratopsia' (coined by paleontologist O.C. Marsh in 1890), from Ancient Greek 'keras' (horn) and 'ōps' (face), combined with the English suffix '-ian'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ceratopsian. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ceratopsian
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