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reptilian

Pronunciation: /rɛpˈtɪlɪən/
Definition of reptilian

adjective

  • 1relating to or characteristic of reptiles:the reptilian ancestors of mammals
  • 2(of a person) deeply disliked and despised; repulsive:a reptilian villain with no redeeming features

noun

  • an animal belonging to the class Reptilia; a reptile.

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Definition of reptilian in the US English dictionary
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