Glass Lizard (Noun)
Meaning
Snakelike lizard of Europe and Asia and North America with vestigial hind limbs and the ability to regenerate its long fragile tail.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The glass lizard is often mistaken for a snake due to its slender body and lack of visible limbs.
- Glass lizards are primarily found in warm and temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.
- One of the unique features of the glass lizard is its ability to regenerate its long fragile tail.
- The glass lizard's vestigial hind limbs are usually not visible externally, making it appear limbless.
- Despite its fragile appearance, the glass lizard is capable of defending itself by releasing its tail to distract predators.