cordylus
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of lizards: "Cordylus" is the type genus of the family Cordylidae, comprising spiny lizards.
- A taxonomic classification: In biological classification, "Cordylus" is the scientific name for a specific group of reptiles.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The biologist studied the morphology of Cordylus.
- Several species within the genus Cordylus are found in southern Africa.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific literature: The term is used precisely in zoological and herpetological contexts to refer to this genus.
- The phylogenetic study focused on the relationships within Cordylus.
Variants and Related Words
- Cordylidae (n): The family name to which the genus belongs.
- Cordyline (n): A genus of plants; note this is a different biological genus and is not related.
Synonyms
- Girdled lizards: A common name for lizards in the family Cordylidae, which includes the genus .
- Spiny lizards: A descriptive term referencing their physical characteristic.
Related Phrases
- Cordylus tropidosternum: The scientific name for a specific species, the tropical girdled lizard.
- Cordylus cataphractus: The scientific name for the armadillo girdled lizard.
Related Idioms
(Not commonly used in idiomatic expressions due to its specific scientific nature.)
Noun
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type genus of the Cordylidae; spiny lizards somewhat resembling tiny crocodiles
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