amphisbaenic

/æmˌfɪsbɪˈenɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the amphisbaena, a mythical serpent that can move in both directions

“The amphisbaenic creature was said to have the ability to move through solid ground.”

2. noun

a creature or object that exhibits amphisbaenic properties

“The scientist studied the amphisbaenic properties of the newly discovered species.”

Synonyms

  • reptilian
  • serpentine

Antonyms

  • arthropod
  • insectoid