caecilian
US /sɪˈsɪl.i.ən/
UK /sɪˈsɪl.i.ən/
名词
蚓螈
a limbless, worm-like amphibian of a tropical order (Gymnophiona), living mostly hidden in the soil or in water.
示例:
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The rare caecilian was discovered during the rainforest expedition.
这种稀有的蚓螈是在雨林探险中发现的。
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Caecilians are often mistaken for snakes or worms due to their appearance.
蚓螈因其外观常被误认为是蛇或蠕虫。