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Dinosaur named for a lizard tooth NYT Crossword Clue

3D | 9 letters

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IGUANODON

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Why This Answer Fits

IGUANODON is the 9-letter answer for the clue "Dinosaur named for a lizard tooth". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 3D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: IGUANODON in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
IGUANODON has 9 letters, matching the required slot for 3D.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 9-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Dinosaur named for a lizard tooth", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a direct clue.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 9-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 9 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 3D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 3D

Answer length 9

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

July 9, 2026 Daily / 3D / 9 letters

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