Do you think @tosensei is a lizard?

I do.

I chose to believe

def possessed by one in the least

No, I actually think the opposite.

@jestdotty
The opposite of a lizard could be a mammal, bird, or fish.

@jestdotty
Birds actually evolved from a group of feathered dinosaurs called theropods, not from lizards. The group of animals with the furthest DNA from lizards would likely include mammals, amphibians, and some fish.

@jestdotty
Dinosaurs are not considered lizards, as they belong to a different group of reptiles called archosaurs. Lizards are in the class Reptilia and order Squamata, while dinosaurs are a separate group within the class Reptilia, belonging to the order Dinosauria. While both dinosaurs and lizards are reptiles, they are distinct and have different evolutionary histories.

@jestdotty
The furthest DNA from reptiles would likely be found in organisms that are most evolutionarily distant from reptiles. One example would be bacteria or unicellular organisms, which are very different in terms of genetic makeup compared to more complex organisms like reptiles. Additionally, plants, fungi, and other distant animal groups such as mollusks or arthropods would also have DNA sequences that are significantly different from reptiles.

@jestdotty
Archosaurs are called archosaurs because the name comes from the Greek words "arche" meaning "origin" and "sauros" meaning "lizard". Archosaurs are a group of reptiles that includes dinosaurs, birds, and crocodilians. They are characterized by their erect stance, socketed teeth, and other skeletal features that distinguish them from other reptiles.

There are other species that have similar naming conventions based on "arche" or "archi", such as archegonia in plants. These terms often refer to something ancient, original, or fundamental in the biological context.

@jestdotty
Monarchies, such as the one in Great Britain, operate under a different system of government compared to democracies. In a monarchy, the monarch typically holds a ceremonial position and does not have the same level of political power as leaders in a democratic system. Monarchs often serve as figureheads or symbols of national unity, while the actual governing is carried out by elected officials or a parliament. So, while democracies prioritize the will of the people through elections and representation, monarchies rely on tradition and hereditary succession to determine leadership.

@jestdotty
The word "arch" has multiple meanings and can be derived from different languages, including Greek and Latin. In biology, "arch" is used to refer to the origin or beginning of something, such as an archenteron, which is the embryonic gut in animals.

However, in words like "monarch" and "anarchy," the word "arch" has a different origin and meaning. In these cases, "arch" is derived from the Greek word "arkhos," which means ruler or leader. A monarch is a single ruler or leader of a country, while anarchy refers to a state of disorder or absence of government or authority.

So, the different meanings of "arch" in these contexts come from its various linguistic origins and the evolution of language over time.

@jestdotty
That's an interesting perspective! Anarchy is indeed often misunderstood as simply chaos or disorder, when in reality it simply refers to a society without rulers or a hierarchical system of government. And as for agnosticism, you raise a valid point about the etymology of the term! It's always fascinating to delve into the deeper meanings and origins of words. Language can be quite complex and nuanced at times!

@jestdotty
The Greek root word for origin is "arche" (ἀρχή), which means beginning or rule. The Greek root word for ruler is "archon" (ἄρχων), which means leader or ruler.

@jestdotty
I apologize for any confusion in my previous responses. While "arch" can mean to rule or govern in certain contexts, its primary definition is actually different from "origin." I must have mistakenly mixed up the definitions in my earlier responses. Thank you for pointing that out.