Iguana: meaning, definitions and examples

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iguana

 

[ ษชหˆษกwษ‘หnษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal species

An iguana is a large lizard that is native to Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean. They are known for their distinctive appearance, which includes a long tail, a row of spines along their back, and vibrant colors, especially in species like the green iguana. Iguanas are often seen basking in the sun and are primarily herbivorous, feeding on leaves, flowers, and fruits. In some regions, they are popular as pets due to their unique appearance and behavior.

Synonyms

lizard, reptile

Examples of usage

  • The iguana basked under the sun.
  • We saw a large iguana in the rainforest.
  • Iguanas can change their color based on their environment.
  • She fed her pet iguana fresh vegetables.

Translations

Translations of the word "iguana" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น iguana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‡เค—เฅเค†เคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Leguan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ iguana

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะณั€ะพะผะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ iguana

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚คใ‚ฐใ‚ขใƒŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท iguane

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ iguana

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iguana

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ด๊ตฌ์•„๋‚˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุบูˆุงู†ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ leguรกn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ leguรกn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฌฃ่œฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ iguana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รญgรบana

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะธะณัƒะฐะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒ’แƒฃแƒแƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iguana

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ iguana

Etymology

The word 'iguana' originates from the Taino word 'iwana' that referred to the green iguana, a species common in the Caribbean. The Taino were indigenous people of the Caribbean, and their language has contributed a number of words to English. Spanish explorers adopted the term as 'iguana,' which was then integrated into the English language. The iguana has been recognized in various cultures not only for its ecological role but also within the folklore and culinary practices of indigenous peoples. The first known usage in English dates back to the early 16th century, during Spanish exploration of the New World. Over time, iguanas have also become symbols in popular culture, appearing in literature and as exotic pets.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,022 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.