WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

lacerta

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun lacerta has 1 sense
  1. Lacerta, genus Lacerta - type genus of the Lacertidae
    --1 is a kind of reptile genus
    --1 is a member of Lacertidae, family Lacertidae
    --1 has members: sand lizard, Lacerta agilis; green lizard, Lacerta viridis

Definitions from the Web

Lacerta

Noun (Zoology):

A genus of small, reptilian lizards belonging to the family Lacertidae, commonly known as wall lizards. These lizards are found in Europe, Asia, and Africa. They are known for their agile movement and ability to regenerate their tails.

Example Sentence:

The lacerta I found in my garden yesterday swiftly climbed up the wall and disappeared into a crevice.

Noun (Astronomy):

A small, inconspicuous constellation in the northern hemisphere, located between the constellations of Cygnus and Andromeda.

Example Sentence:

During the star-gazing session, the astronomer pointed out the constellation Lacerta to the group.

Related Products on Amazon:

Lacerta Lizards on Amazon
Lacerta Constellation on Amazon
lacer bar lacerate lacerated laceratew lacerating laceration lacerations lacern lacerta lacerta agilis lacerta viridis lacertid lacertid lizard lacertidae lacertilia lacertilian lacewing

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus