hellbender

/ˈhɛlbɛndər/

Definitions

1. noun

a large aquatic salamander (Cryptobranchus alleganiensis) of eastern North America, having a broad flat head and a flat, broad tail.

“The hellbender is an endangered species due to habitat loss and pollution in its natural habitats.”

Synonyms

  • aquatic salamander
  • water dog

Antonyms

  • desert creature
  • land animal