gekkota

/ɡɛˈkoʊtə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of geckos, a type of small to medium-sized lizard.

“The gekkota species found in the local zoo are quite fascinating.”

2. noun

A suffix used in the names of certain types of lizards, especially geckos.

“The scientific name of the new lizard discovery was gekkota, indicating its classification.”

Synonyms

  • gecko
  • lizard

Antonyms

  • mammal