dino

noun

di·​no ˈdī-(ˌ)nō How to pronounce dino (audio)
plural dinos

Examples of dino in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The same is true for Daniel Kaluuya, who is taking on a fresh take on the purple dino for A24, with Ayo Edebiri co-starring. Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025 Jurassic Quest x Brick Fest See the largest and most realistic dino exhibit on tour, dig for fossils and shine in the glow zone. Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025 The outpouring was probably what helped reverse the dino-napping. Aishvarya Kavi, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025 Kids will begin to understand the importance of good parenting as their dino develops into a creature to cherish… or a monster to fear. Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dino

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of dino was in 1936

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Dino.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dino. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!