Definition

Noun: 1. A specific species of chameleon: The term "African chameleon" refers to a particular type of chameleon that is native to and found on the African continent. It is a common name for Chamaeleo africanus.

Usage

• The term is used as a common name to identify this specific reptile within the broader chameleon family, distinguishing it by its geographic origin.
• It functions as a countable noun.

Examples

• African chameleons are adapted to a variety of habitats, from savannas to forests.

Advanced Usage

• The term is primarily used in zoological, ecological, and general descriptive contexts. It is not typically used in idiomatic expressions.

Variants and Related Words

• Chameleon (noun): The general term for lizards of the family Chamaeleonidae, known for their ability to change color, independently mobile eyes, and long tongues.
• (noun): The scientific binomial name for the African chameleon.

Synonyms

• (scientific name)

Notes on Different Meanings

• The term "African chameleon" has a single, specific zoological meaning. It does not have metaphorical or slang meanings. It should not be confused with other chameleon species from different regions (e.g., the Panther chameleon from Madagascar).

Noun

1. a chameleon found in Africa