Meaning of the word amphisbaena in English
What does amphisbaena mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
amphisbaena
US /ˌæm.fɪsˈbiː.nə/
UK /ˌæm.fɪsˈbiː.nə/
Noun
1.
a mythical serpent with a head at each end, allowing it to move in either direction
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The ancient texts described a fearsome amphisbaena guarding the treasure.
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The artist depicted the amphisbaena with two distinct heads.
2.
a genus of legless lizards, found mainly in tropical America and Africa, that burrow underground and have a short tail resembling a head
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The zoologist studied the unique burrowing habits of the real-life amphisbaena.
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Despite their snake-like appearance, amphisbaenas are actually a type of lizard.