Axolotl: meaning, definitions and examples
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axolotl
[ หaksษหlรคtษl ]
biology, animal
The axolotl is a neotenic salamander, a member of the Ambystomidae family, native to the lake complex of Xochimilco near Mexico City. It is known for its remarkable ability to regenerate various body parts, including limbs, spinal cord, heart, and even parts of its brain. Unlike most amphibians, axolotls remain aquatic and gilled throughout their lives. This unique trait makes them an important subject of scientific study in the fields of regenerative medicine and developmental biology.
Synonyms
Mexican salamander, fish-like amphibian
Examples of usage
- The axolotl can regrow its limbs.
- Scientists study axolotls for insights into regeneration.
- Inhabiting lakes, the axolotl is a fascinating creature.
Translations
Translations of the word "axolotl" in other languages:
๐ต๐น axolote
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเฅเคธเฅเคฒเฅเคเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Axolotl
๐ฎ๐ฉ axolotl
๐บ๐ฆ ะฐะบัะพะปะพัะปั
๐ต๐ฑ aksjolotl
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใใญใผใใซ
๐ซ๐ท axolotl
๐ช๐ธ axolote
๐น๐ท aksolot
๐ฐ๐ท ์ํ๋กํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃูุณูููุชู
๐จ๐ฟ axolotl
๐ธ๐ฐ axolotl
๐จ๐ณ ๅขจ่ฅฟๅฅ้ๅคด่
๐ธ๐ฎ aksolotl
๐ฎ๐ธ aksรณlรณtll
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะบัะฐะปะพัะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แแฅแกแแแแขแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ aksolotl
๐ฒ๐ฝ axolote
Etymology
The word 'axolotl' originates from the Nahuatl language, which is spoken by the Aztec people in Mexico. It is derived from 'ฤzcatl', which means 'water dog', and 'otl' meaning 'water'. The axolotl has been significant in Aztec culture and mythology, symbolizing the dual nature of water and land. This unique amphibian was discovered by Europeans in the 1800s, leading to its introduction to scientific research. Due to its fascinating regenerative abilities and significance in ecological studies, the axolotl has remained a popular subject in both zoology and popular culture.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,983, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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