Meaning of the word "Komodo dragon" in English

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Komodo dragon

US /kəˌmoʊdoʊ ˈdræɡən/
UK /kəˌmoʊdoʊ ˈdræɡən/
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Noun

1.

a large, carnivorous lizard (Varanus komodoensis) native to the Indonesian islands of Komodo, Rinca, Flores, and Gili Motang, known for its size, powerful bite, and venomous saliva.

Example:
The Komodo dragon is the largest living species of lizard.
Tourists visit Indonesia to see the Komodo dragon in its natural habitat.
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