goldenback

/ˈɡɒl.dənbæk/

Definitions

1. noun

A large lizard of the genus Varanus, particularly Varanus albigularis, characterized by a golden or yellowish coloration on the back.

“In the Australian outback, we spotted a goldenback lizard basking in the sun.”

Synonyms

  • goanna
  • monitor lizard

Antonyms

  • blackback
  • greenback