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Definition of flying dragon

flying dragon

Plural:flying dragons
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1

A mythical, often reptilian creature depicted with large wings and the ability to fly, prominently featured in folklore, fantasy literature, and medieval heraldry.

Example

"The knight's shield was adorned with the emblem of a crimson flying dragon, serving as a fearsome symbol of his family's ancient legacy."

2

A small, arboreal agamid lizard of the genus Draco, native to the forests of Southeast Asia, characterized by wing-like membranes supported by elongated ribs that allow it to glide between trees.

Example

"The researcher spotted a flying dragon effortlessly gliding from the high canopy to the trunk of a neighboring mahogany tree."

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• Nearby Words

flyfisher
flyfishing
flying
flying dragon
flying fish
flying fox
flying gecko

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Flying dragon. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/flying-dragon
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