Slowworm
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsləʊwɜː(ɹ)m/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Slowworm is a noun meaning A small Old World lizard, Anguis fragilis, often mistaken for a snake, having no legs and small eyes.
Meaning
A small Old World lizard, Anguis fragilis, often mistaken for a snake, having no legs and small eyes.
Example Sentences
Well, sir, it may be we shall have some better orations of it anon: well, Ile watch you as narrowly as ever you were watcht, and Ile play with you as the nightingale with the slowworme;[…]
Word Forms
- slowworms
- slow worm
- slow-worm
Synonyms for slowworm
Depending on context, synonyms include blindworm, hazelworm, long-cripple, steelworm.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include blindworm, slow worm, lizardling, anguimorph, snake, zandoli.
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