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Definition of gecko

gecko

/ˈɡɛk.oʊ/
geck · o
Plural:geckos
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• noun

1

A small, typically nocturnal lizard of the infraorder Gekkota, found in warm climates worldwide and characterized by its vocalizations, soft skin, and specialized adhesive toe pads that allow it to climb smooth vertical surfaces.

Example

"While sitting on the patio in Hawaii, we watched a tiny green gecko crawl effortlessly up the glass door."

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gearstick
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geba
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Word Origin & Etymology

Late 18th century: borrowed from Malay 'gekoq', an imitation of the chirping call made by some species of this lizard.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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