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Definition of scincoid

scincoid

/ˈsɪŋ.kɔɪd/
scin · coid
Plural:scincoids
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Adjective:scincoid
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1

Resembling, pertaining to, or characteristic of a skink, a type of lizard belonging to the family Scincidae.

Example

"The paleontologist noted the scincoid features of the fossil, particularly the smooth, overlapping scales."

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• noun

1

A lizard belonging to the family Scincidae, characterized by short legs, smooth scales, and a typically long, cylindrical body; a skink.

Example

"The survey documented several native scincoids thriving under the dense leaf litter of the rainforest floor."

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scilla
scimitar
scimitarbabbler
scincoid
scindapsus
scintillating
scion

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Latin 'scincus' (skink), originating from Greek 'skinkos', combined with the suffix '-oid', meaning 'resembling' or 'having the form of'.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Scincoid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/scincoid
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