caecilian

Speech parts

1. caecilian - Noun

2. caecilian - Adjective

Meaning

A limbless amphibian belonging to the order Caeciliae or Ophimorpha. See Ophiomorpha.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

blindworm proteus newt frog salamander toad croaker aquatic amphibian axolotl bullfrog caudate web-footed polliwog amphibious
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Hypernyms

amphibian

Phrases with the word

amphiuma caecilian

Examples

By this time, the caecilian has constructed a burrow and is living on land. citation The ringed caecilian (Siphonops annulatus) resembles an earthworm In the majority of species of caecilians, the young are produced by vivipary. Source: Internet

A permanent set of teeth grow through soon after birth. citation citation The ringed caecilian ( Siphonops annulatus ) has developed a unique adaptation for the purposes of reproduction. Source: Internet

The adults vary in length from 8 to 75 centimetres (3 to 30 inches) with the exception of Thomson's caecilian (Caecilia thompsoni), which can reach convert. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

caecias caecid Caeciliadae caeciliid Caeciliidae caeciliusid