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galliwasp

Pronunciation: /ˈgalɪwɒsp/
Definition of galliwasp

noun

  • a marsh lizard found in Central America and the Caribbean.
    • Genus Diploglossus, family Anguidae: many species, in particular D. monotropis of the West Indies

Origin:

late 17th century: of unknown origin

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