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Lacertilia

Pronunciation: /ˌlasəˈtɪlɪə/
Definition of Lacertilia

noun

Zoology
  • a group of reptiles that comprises the lizards. Also called Sauria.
    • Suborder Lacertilia (or Sauria), order Squamata

Origin:

modern Latin (plural), from Latin lacerta 'lizard'

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