Reptile Characteristics

adjective describing something that has scales, like a fish or reptile

• The scientist studied the scaly texture of the reptile's skin.
• I don't like holding scaly animals like snakes.
• Her legs were so dry and scaly, she needed some lotion.
• The scaly nature of the business deal made me wary of getting involved.

adjective resembling or characteristic of a turtle

• The turtlelike movements of the robot were designed to mimic the slow and steady pace of a real turtle.
• I can't believe how turtlelike my cat is when he's sneaking up on a bird.
• She moves so turtlelike when she's trying to avoid doing her chores.
• His turtlelike approach to decision-making may not always be the most efficient, but it ensures thorough consideration of all options.

noun a poisonous substance secreted by animals such as snakes, spiders, or scorpions

verb There is no applicable verb for the word 'venom'.

adjective There is no applicable adjective for the word 'venom'.

adverb There is no applicable adverb for the word 'venom'.

pronoun There is no applicable pronoun for the word 'venom'.

preposition There is no applicable preposition for the word 'venom'.

conjunction There is no applicable conjunction for the word 'venom'.

interjection There is no applicable interjection for the word 'venom'.

article There is no applicable article for the word 'venom'.

• The venom of a snake can be deadly if not treated promptly.
• I heard that spider venom can make you really sick.
• Watch out for that guy, he's got venom in his words.
• Her words were filled with venom as she lashed out in anger.