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reptilian Definition

rep·til·ian (rep tilē ən, -tilyən)

adjective

  1. of the reptiles
  2. like or characteristic of a reptile
  3. sneaky, mean, groveling, etc.

noun

reptile

reptilian Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • brain: The reptilian brain or limbic system is the part of the brain which controls the flight or fight complex.
  • being: Just as there are people with various skin colors, there are probably reptilian beings with varied skin colors.
  • scale: Both fur and feathers are, in any case, simply modified reptilian scales.
  • race: They are, rather, subservient to a reptilian race of people from their home planet.
  • creature: For 4000 years they illustrated a reptilian creature in their rock shelters.
  • specie: Although the reptilian being species are divided into three basic types, there are physical features that are shared by almost all.

Modifying Another Word

  • almost: According to many observations, the creature's legs look almost reptilian or goat-like.
  • not: The basilisk's eyes are not reptilian but human, their expression an ancient and abiding love.