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chameleon
cha·me·leon [ kə mlyən, kə mlee ən ] (plural cha·me·leons)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. lizard that changes color: a tree-dwelling lizard with long thin legs, a strong curled tail, a long sticky tongue, and the ability to change color. Native to: Africa, Madagascar.  Family Chamaeleonidae.
2. 
Same as  anole
3. somebody who is changeable: somebody who frequently and rapidly changes personality or appearance
[14th century. Via Latin< Greek khamaileōn< khamai "on the ground" + leōn "lion"]

cha·me·le·on·ic [ kə mlee ónnik ] adjective
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