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Definition of mastigure

mastigure

/ˈmæstɪɡjʊər/
mas · ti · gure

Plural:mastigures
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mastigure Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A heavily built, primarily herbivorous lizard of the genus Uromastyx, native to arid regions of North Africa and the Middle East, characterized by a thick, muscular, and heavily spiked tail used for defense.

Example

"The zookeeper prepared a fresh diet of leafy greens and seeds for the mastigure, carefully avoiding the reptile's spiky, club-like tail."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Mid 19th century: from modern Latin Mastigura (a former genus name), from Greek mastix, mastig- 'whip' + oura 'tail'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mastigure. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mastigure
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