Amphisbaena

Pronunciation: /æmˈfɪsˌbiːnə/

Definitions of amphisbaena

noun a genus of worm lizards

Example Sentences

A1 An amphisbaena is a mythical creature with a head at each end.

A2 Legends say that the amphisbaena can move in any direction.

B1 The amphisbaena is often depicted as a serpent with two heads.

B2 In ancient Greek mythology, the amphisbaena was believed to have healing powers.

C1 Scholars debate the origins of the amphisbaena and its significance in various cultures.

C2 The amphisbaena remains a mysterious and intriguing figure in folklore and literature.

Examples of amphisbaena in a Sentence

formal The amphisbaena is a mythical creature from ancient Greek mythology with a head at each end of its body.

informal Have you heard about the amphisbaena? It's a crazy two-headed creature!

slang That amphisbaena is like something out of a fantasy movie.

figurative Dealing with this project feels like trying to tame an amphisbaena - it's a challenge from all angles.

Grammatical Forms of amphisbaena

• past tense: amphisbaenaed
• plural: amphisbaenas
• comparative: more amphisbaena
• superlative: most amphisbaena
• present tense: amphisbaena
• future tense: will amphisbaena
• perfect tense: have amphisbaenaed
• continuous tense: amphisbaenaing
• singular: amphisbaena
• positive degree: amphisbaena
• infinitive: to amphisbaena
• gerund: amphisbaenaing
• participle: amphisbaenaed

Origin and Evolution of amphisbaena

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'amphisbaena' originates from ancient Greek mythology.

Evolution of the word: Originally described as a mythical serpent with a head at each end, the term 'amphisbaena' has evolved to also refer to a genus of legless lizards found in the Americas and Africa.