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Salamander Definition & Meaning

salamander
noun
  1. any of various typically terrestrial amphibians that resemble lizards and that return to water only to breed
  2. reptilian creature supposed to live in fire
  3. fire iron consisting of a metal rod with a handle; used to stir a fire

"Salamander" in song lyrics

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  • "We got the game flipping, looking like a salamander"
    Rubbabandz f/ Mali Boy, S.T. — Where U From, Pt. 1
  • "acultzingo minute salamander"
    AOL — AOL
  • "eastern red-backed salamander"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does salamander mean?
any of various typically terrestrial amphibians that resemble lizards and that return to water only to breed reptilian creature supposed to live in fire fire iron consisting of a metal rod with a handle; used to stir a fire
What part of speech is salamander?
Salamander is a noun.
How many definitions does salamander have?
Salamander has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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