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Definition of ornate monitor

ornate monitor

Plural:ornate monitors
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A large species of monitor lizard native to the tropical forests and savannas of West and Middle Africa, distinguished by its heavily built body, blunt snout, and striking dark skin marked with bright yellow spots or bands.

Example

"During our expedition in Central Africa, we observed a massive ornate monitor basking on a riverbank before it swiftly retreated into the water."

• Nearby Words

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ornate flying snake
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ornate monitor. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 7, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ornate-monitor
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