Glass Snake (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 snake is often mistaken for a real snake due to its slender body and reduced limbs.
- A glass snake can regenerate its tail if it is injured or severed during an attack.
- The glass snake's ability to regrow its tail makes it a unique species among lizards.
- Glass snakes are found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and deserts.
- Despite its fearsome appearance, the glass snake is harmless to humans and primarily feeds on small insects.