Meaning of the word perentie in English

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perentie

US /pəˈrɛnti/
UK /pəˈrɛnti/
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Noun

1.

a large monitor lizard (Varanus giganteus) native to arid regions of Australia, known for its size and predatory nature

Example:
The perentie is Australia's largest lizard.
A wild perentie can grow up to 2.5 meters in length.
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