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agamid

agamid

9.9
A lizard with a strong head and rough scales that lives in warm places
  • noun
  • /ˈæɡəmɪd/
  • Specialized
translation icon : agamido
  • The agamid is easily distinguished from other lizards by the shape of its head and body.

Examples

  • Researchers observed a brightly colored agamid basking on the rocky outcrop.

  • Many agamids are known for their vibrant colors.

  • Australian deserts are home to several remarkable species of agamid.

  • The agamid basked in the sun on the rock.

  • Researchers observed a brightly colored agamid basking on the rocky outcrop.

  • Many agamids are known for their vibrant colors.

  • Australian deserts are home to several remarkable species of agamid.

Synonyms

agamid lizard
vsagamid
  • Specialized
9.9

A lizard from Africa, Asia, or Australia with crest-like spines and bright colors

refers to the family member in general without stressing appearance

Compounds

agamid lizard
  • Specialized
9.9

A lizard from Africa, Asia, or Australia with crest-like spines and bright colors

Surface Forms

agamid singular
agamids plural

Morphology

agamid = agama (semi-transparent) = agam + id

Formed by adding the technical zoological suffix '-id' to the genus name Agama; the stem drops the final 'a', and the suffix is specialized vocabulary.

Etymology

Agamid comes from the scientific family name Agamidae, made from the group name Agama, a local West African word for these lizards. So an agamid is simply a lizard 'of the Agama family', which helps you remember it is a type of lizard found in Africa, Asia and Australia.