typhlops

/ˈtɪflɒps/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of blind snakes in the family Leptotyphlopidae.

“The herpetologist studied the unique characteristics of the Typhlops species in the wild.”

2. noun

A genus of blind, legless lizards in the family Pygopodidae.

“The zoologist encountered a rare Typhlops species during her expedition to Australia.”

Synonyms

  • blind snake
  • legless lizard

Antonyms

  • lizard with legs
  • sighted snake