reptilian
Pronunciación: [rɛpˈtɪliən]
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Contexto: «biology»
(adjective) related to reptiles, which are animals like snakes, lizards, and turtles. If you see something described as reptilian, it has qualities or characteristics typical of these creatures.
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The gecko has a reptilian skin that helps it blend in with the leaves.
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The dog did not have any reptilian features; it looked very much like a typical pet.
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Which animals would you say have reptilian traits?
Contexto: «mythology»
(adjective) pertaining to mythical creatures that are often depicted as human but with influences or traits of reptiles. Sometimes people talk about reptilian beings in stories or conspiracy theories.
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In the story, the reptilian characters could change their shape and look like humans.
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The hero in the movie was not a reptilian creature; he was completely human.
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What do you think makes a character in a fantasy story reptilian?
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