horned lizard
an insectivorous iguanid lizard of the genus Phrynosoma, of western North America, having hornlike spines on the head and a flattened body covered with spiny scales.
Origin of horned lizard
1- Also called horned toad .
Words Nearby horned lizard
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How to use horned lizard in a sentence
It was the depression in the sierra, seen shortly after parting with the horned lizard and his band.
The Lone Ranche | Captain Mayne ReidMany of them have old scores to settle with the horned lizard, and more than one longs to send a bullet through his heart.
The Lone Ranche | Captain Mayne ReidOnly two reptiles, a horned lizard and a collared lizard, were seen.
I must get back to the waggons, or my friend the horned lizard may be taking his pick of the plunder.
The Lone Ranche | Captain Mayne ReidOne of the most peculiarly armoured animals is the horned lizard, commonly known as the "horned toad" of America.
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