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US/repˈtɪl.i.ən/
UK/repˈtɪl.i.ən/
connected with or like reptiles; also describing a person who seems cold and unfriendly
In context
Scientists believe that modern birds evolved from reptilian ancestors.
The villain in the film had cold, reptilian eyes.
Fear comes from what some people call the reptilian brain.
Words that go with reptilian
adjective + noun
- reptilian brainSome writers blame the reptilian brain for our fear of change.
- reptilian speciesThe island is home to many rare reptilian species.
- reptilian eyesThe dragon in the game has glowing reptilian eyes.
- reptilian skinThe creature had rough, reptilian skin.
- reptilian featuresThe alien in the film has reptilian features.
- reptilian ancestorsMammals and birds both have reptilian ancestors.