Salamander

Pronunciation: /sæləˈmændər/

Definitions of salamander

noun a type of amphibian with a long body, four legs, and a long tail, typically found near water

Example Sentences

A1 A salamander is a small amphibian.

A2 Salamanders can regenerate lost limbs.

B1 The forest floor is a common habitat for salamanders.

B2 Scientists study the unique skin properties of salamanders.

C1 Conservation efforts are being made to protect endangered salamander species.

C2 The genetic diversity of salamanders contributes to their resilience in changing environments.

Examples of salamander in a Sentence

formal The salamander is a type of amphibian that typically has a long body and tail.

informal I saw a salamander crawling around in the garden yesterday.

slang That salamander is so cool, dude!

figurative Her ability to adapt to different situations is like a salamander's ability to thrive in various environments.

Grammatical Forms of salamander

• past tense: salamandered
• plural: salamanders
• comparative: more salamander
• superlative: most salamander
• present tense: salamanders
• future tense: will salamander
• perfect tense: have salamandered
• continuous tense: salamandering
• singular: salamander
• positive degree: salamander
• infinitive: to salamander
• gerund: salamandering
• participle: salamandered

Origin and Evolution of salamander

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Ancient Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'salamander' is derived from the ancient Greek word 'salamandra'. In ancient Greek and Roman mythology, the salamander was believed to be a mythical creature that could withstand fire.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'salamander' transitioned from a mythical creature associated with fire resistance to a real amphibian species known for its ability to survive in extreme conditions, including fire.