Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rept
noun
/rɛpt/
Definition
Rept refers to a category of animals known as reptiles, which are cold-blooded vertebrates with scaly skin and typically lay eggs.
Examples
- The reptilians are often a subject of conspiracy theories.
- Rept species such as the Komodo dragon inhabit tropical regions.
- Understanding rept behavior can help in wildlife conservation efforts.
Meaning
Reptiles are a class of animals that includes snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocodiles, characterized by their adaptation to a life on land and their cold-blooded nature.
Synonyms
- reptile
- cold-blooded animal
- herpeton
