Basilisk
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbæzɪlɪsk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Basilisk is a noun meaning (mythology) A mythical snake-like dragon, so venomous that even its gaze is deadly.
Meaning
(mythology) A mythical snake-like dragon, so venomous that even its gaze is deadly.
More Meanings
- (heraldry) A type of dragon used in heraldry.
- Any tree-dwelling lizard of the genus Basiliscus: the basilisk lizard.
- (weaponry) A type of large brass cannon.
- (philosophy, science fiction) An infohazard or cognitohazard, especially a Langford's basilisk.
- Suggesting a basilisk (snake-like dragon): baleful, spellbinding.
Example Sentences
the deadly look of the basilisk
Well, She is so basilisk; there's no death in her eyes […]
A basilisk, in this context, is information that can hurt you simply because you are aware of it.
As a guide to start your collection we'd suggest either iguanas, tejus, swifts, basilisks, horned toads or alligator lizards.
Word Forms
- basilisks
- basilisc
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include basilisc, dragon, serpent, viper, aspis, adder.
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