salamander
/'sælə,mændə/
salamander is a noun that most often names a small, lizard-like amphibian with a long tail and usually moist, smooth skin. Many salamanders live on land but return to water to breed, so the word often belongs in nature and animal contexts. But this word has a surprisingly fiery side: in folklore, a salamander can be a legendary creature believed to live in or withstand fire, and it can also refer to an older metal tool for managing a fire. How do you know which meaning is intended, and how is it different from a newt? Watch the full lesson to learn the key clues.
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