Komodo lizard

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A very large monitor lizard: "Komodo lizard" refers specifically to the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis), the world's largest living species of lizard, native to several Indonesian islands.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Komodo lizard is a formidable predator.
    • We saw a Komodo lizard during our trip to Indonesia.
    • The size and strength of the Komodo lizard are remarkable.
Advanced Usage
  • Scientific and conservation context: The term is often used in zoological, ecological, and wildlife conservation discussions.
    • The habitat of the Komodo lizard is protected by the Indonesian government.
Variants and Related Words

  • Komodo dragon: The more common and technically precise name for the same animal.

    • The Komodo dragon is known for its venomous bite.

  • Monitor lizard: The broader family (Varanidae) to which the Komodo belongs.

    • The Komodo lizard is the largest of all monitor lizards.
Synonyms
  • Komodo dragon: The primary synonym.
  • Komodo monitor: A less common variant.
Noun
  1. the largest lizard in the world (10 feet); found on Indonesian islands

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