Definitions
n. a cold-blooded animal with scaly skin, such as a snake
爬行动物
Example
The reptile lay perfectly still on a warm rock.
那只爬行动物一动不动地趴在一块温热的岩石上。
Many reptile species depend on external heat sources to regulate their body temperature throughout the day.
许多爬行动物物种依靠外部热源来调节全天的体温。
Collocations
- reptile species
- reptile eggs
- reptile enclosure
Word family
- reptilian (adj.)
Usage tip
蛇、蜥蜴、龟属爬行动物；青蛙不属此类。
FAQ
- What does reptile mean?
- a cold-blooded animal with scaly skin, such as a snake
- How is reptile pronounced?
- UK /ˈreptaɪl/, US /ˈreptaɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
