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lizard

liz·ard [ lízzərd ] (plural liz·ards)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. four-legged reptile: a reptile with a long scaly body, movable eyelids, a long tapering tail, and four legs, typically living in hot dry regions. Lizards include the gecko, iguana, chameleon, and horned toad. Suborder Sauria.

2. large reptile like lizard: a large reptile such as an alligator or crocodile that resembles a true lizard

3. leather from lizard skin: leather made from the skin of a lizard

[14th century. Via Old French lesard< Latin lacertus]
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