smoothback

/ˈsmuθbæk/

Definitions

1. noun

A species of lizard, specifically the smooth-backed monitor (Varanus doreanus).

“The wildlife sanctuary is home to several smoothbacks, native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.”

Synonyms

  • Varanus doreanus
  • monitor lizard

Antonyms

  • Varanus salvator
  • scaly-backed lizard