squamate

Meanings

• noun

  A type of reptile characterized by having a scaly skin.

  - "The squamate reptile is also known as a lizard."
  - "Squamates are a diverse group of reptiles that include lizards, snakes, and their relatives."

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Synonyms

scaly , squamose

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Variants

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squamate , squamates

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'squamatus', meaning 'covered with scales'.

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Trivia

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1. There are over 10,000 known species of squamates.

2. Squamates first appeared around 150 million years ago.

3. Some squamates, such as chameleons, are known for their ability to change color.

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1. Reptilia: The class of animals to which squamates belong, also known as reptiles.

2. Scales: The hard, protective covering on the skin of squamates and other reptiles.

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Culture

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Squamates have been an important part of human culture for thousands of years, with many being kept as pets, used for food, or hunted for their skin and other resources.

How to Memorize "squamate"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a lizard or a snake, both of which are squamates.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'squamate' with 'scaly reptiles'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic such as 'Squamates are scaly, so they're squamate'

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