Associations to the word «Skink»

Wiktionary

SKINK, noun. A lizard of the Scincidae family, having small or reduced limbs or none at all and long tails that are regenerated when shed.
SKINK, verb. (Scotland) to serve (a drink)
SKINK, noun. (obsolete) drink
SKINK, noun. (obsolete) pottage

Dictionary definition

SKINK, noun. Alert agile lizard with reduced limbs and an elongated body covered with shiny scales; more dependent on moisture than most lizards; found in tropical regions worldwide.

Wise words

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