Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
iguana
Noun
/ɪˈɡwɑː.nə/
Definition
A large lizard native to Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean.
Examples
- The iguana basked in the sunlight on the rock.
- Many people keep iguanas as exotic pets.
- Iguanas can often be seen in trees, where they blend in with the leaves.
Meaning
Iguanas are greenish to grayish reptiles known for their distinctive dewlap and spiky crests along their backs.
Synonyms
- lizard
- reptile
