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basilisk

/ˈbæsɪlɪsk/ noun · British & US
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What does basilisk mean?

noun

A legendary reptile said to have the power to kill with a single glance, or a type of lizard, typically with a flat, broad head and a long neck.

Example

"The medieval legend of the basilisk was a popular theme in medieval art and literature."

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