lacertilian

Meanings

• noun

  A type of reptile, belonging to the lizard family, having a long, limbless body and a long, forked tail.

  - "The lacertilian is a common reptile found in desert areas."
  - "Lacertilians are known for their ability to change color to blend in with their surroundings."

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Variants

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laceration , lacerations , self-laceration , self-lacerations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'lacertus' meaning 'lizard'.

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Trivia

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1. Lacertilians are the largest group of reptiles, with over 6,000 known species.

2. The longest lacertilian on record is the Komodo dragon, which can grow up to 10 feet long.

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Related Concepts

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1. Reptiles: Lacertilians belong to the class Reptilia, which includes all animals that have a backbone, are covered in scales, and lay eggs.

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Culture

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Lacertilians have been a popular subject in herpetology and have been studied extensively due to their unique physical characteristics and adaptability to various environments.

How to Memorize "lacertilian"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long, slithering reptile with a forked tail and scales covering its body.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'lacertilian' with the image of a lizard.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'lacertilian' by associating it with the word 'lizard'.

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