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Definition of galliwasp

galliwasp

/ˈɡæl.iˌwɑːsp/
gal · li · wasp
Plural:galliwasps
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galliwasp Lexical Profile

galliwasp Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of various heavily built, predominantly terrestrial lizards of the family Diploglossidae, native mainly to the Caribbean and Central America, characterized by their short limbs, shiny scales, and snake-like appearance.

Example

"The Jamaican giant galliwasp was a fearsome-looking but mostly harmless reptile that is now believed to be extinct due to habitat loss and introduced predators."

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• Nearby Words

gallinule
gallito
gallivant
galliwasp
gallon
gallop
galloping

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in Jamaican English in the late 17th century. The origin is uncertain, but it is likely derived from an indigenous Caribbean language, possibly a Taino or Arawakan word.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Galliwasp. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/galliwasp
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