20 Mind-Blowing Facts About Dinosaurs

5. Dinosaur Literally Means "Terrible Lizard"

Dinosaur Roar Yes, dinosaur literally means "terrible lizard" - although this name is somewhat misleading and factually incorrect. Dinosaurs are not in fact lizards at all - they are a completely separate and extinct group of reptile.
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