Amphisbaenas

/ˌæmfɪzˈbiːnəz/ noun

Definition

The plural form of amphisbaena, referring to multiple two-headed worm-lizards.

Etymology

From Greek 'amphisbaena' with the English plural '-as' suffix, used in modern English scientific and casual contexts.

Kelly Says

There are actually over 200 species of amphisbaenas alive today, mostly in tropical regions, and most have terrible eyesight because they spend their lives underground hunting in the dark.

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