Definition

Having a dewlap, which is a fold of skin hanging from the neck of certain animals, especially reptiles and some mammals.

Example

The dewlapped lizard displayed its colorful throat flap during the mating season.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that animal with the big flap of skin under its chin?

Yeah, I think that one is dewlapped — it looks so interesting!

I wonder if all of them have that feature or just some species.

Most of them do, it's a unique trait that helps with temperature regulation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dewlapped → It is formed from "dewlap" (from Middle English *dewlape*, meaning a fold of skin hanging from the neck) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word "dewlapped" describes an animal or person that has a fold of skin hanging from the neck.

Memory Tip

Imagine a creature with a noticeable fold of skin hanging down from its neck — that's what 'dewlapped' refers to.

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