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Coelophysis

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Coe·​lo·​phy·​sis | \ sēˈlōfəzə̇s, -läf-, -sə̇s \

Definition of Coelophysis

: a genus of small primitive carnivorous saurischian dinosaurs (suborder Theropoda) of the Upper Triassic of North America

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History and Etymology for Coelophysis

New Latin, from coel- + Greek physis nature, appearance

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“Coelophysis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Coelophysis. Accessed 16 Aug. 2022.

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