varanoid

værəˈnoʊɪd

Definitions

1. noun

resembling or related to monitor lizards, especially of the genus Varanus

“The varanoid fossil found in the desert is a significant discovery for the paleontologists.”

2. adjective

resembling or related to monitor lizards, especially of the genus Varanus

“The varanoid appearance of the animal in the movie is quite realistic.”

Synonyms

  • monitor lizard
  • reptilian

Antonyms

  • avian
  • mammalian