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sungazer

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌngeɪzə/
Definition of sungazer

noun

  • a burrowing colonial girdled lizard native to Africa, noted for apparently staring at the sun while basking. Also called giant zonure.
    • Cordylus giganteus, family Cordylidae
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