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