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basilisk    
n. 蛇怪

蛇怪

basilisk
n 1: (classical mythology) a serpent (or lizard or dragon) able
to kill with its breath or glance
2: ancient brass cannon
3: small crested arboreal lizard able to run on its hind legs;
of tropical America

Basilisk \Bas"i*lisk\, n. [L. basiliscus, Gr. basili`skos little
king, kind of serpent, dim. of basiley`s king; -- so named
from some prominences on the head resembling a crown.]
1. A fabulous serpent, or dragon. The ancients alleged that
its hissing would drive away all other serpents, and that
its breath, and even its look, was fatal. See
{Cockatrice}.
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Make me not sighted like the basilisk. --Shak.
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2. (Zool.) A lizard of the genus {Basiliscus}, belonging to
the family {Iguanid[ae]}.
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Note: This genus is remarkable for a membranous bag rising
above the occiput, which can be filled with air at
pleasure; also for an elevated crest along the back,
that can be raised or depressed at will.
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3. (Mil.) A large piece of ordnance, so called from its
supposed resemblance to the serpent of that name, or from
its size. [Obs.]
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  • Basilisk - Wikipedia
    In European bestiaries and legends, a basilisk ( ˈ b æ s ɪ l ɪ s k or ˈ b æ z ɪ l ɪ s k [1]) is a legendary reptile reputed to be a serpent king, who causes death to those who look into its eyes
  • Basilisk (Cockatrice) - Mythical Beast - Mythology. net
    What is a Basilisk? A Basilisk (or cockatrice) is a chimeric monster, born from a toad or serpent’s egg incubated under a cockerel The terrible offspring that hatches from this egg is half-bird, half-snake, and all evil
  • Basilisk, The Mythic Monster That Kills With A Single Look
    First described by Pliny the Elder in 79 C E , the basilisk is a legendary rooster-serpent hybrid of Greek and Roman lore that can kill victims with its lethal glare The basilisk is born when a rooster lays an egg that is then hatched by a snake or toad
  • Basilisk - New World Encyclopedia
    Basilisk is also the name of a genus of small lizards, (family Corytophanidae) The Green Basilisk, also called plumed basilisk, is often called the "Jesus lizard" for its ability to run across the surface of water
  • The Myth of the Basilisk: The Lizard of Legends
    The basilisk, often referred to as the “king of serpents,” is a legendary creature that has captured the imaginations of people throughout history The term “basilisk” originates from the Greek word “basiliskos,” meaning “little king ”
  • The Myth of the Basilisk: How a Lizard Became a Legend
    The basilisk is a creature steeped in folklore, often described as a fearsome lizard or serpent capable of causing death with its gaze This myth has haunted the imaginations of many across cultures and epochs, making the basilisk a significant figure in mythology and literature
  • Basilisk | Myth and Folklore Wiki | Fandom
    The Basilisk (Latin Basiliscus, Basilisc, plural Basilisci, also Basilicok, Greek: Basiliskos plural: Basiliskoi) appeared in various forms throughout history It started off as a small, crowned snake being able to kill with its lethal poison and evil gaze
  • Basilisk - Mythical Encyclopedia
    The basilisk is a serpent-like creature with a crown-like crest on its head, known for its deadly gaze and ability to spit fire The cockatrice, on the other hand, is a hybrid creature with the head of a rooster and the body of a serpent
  • Basilisk : The Deadly Serpent - Mythlok
    The Basilisk, a legendary serpent king from Greco-Roman mythology, is feared for its lethal gaze and venomous breath Ancient texts describe it as one of the most dangerous creatures, capable of killing with a single look or exhalation
  • Basilisk – What Was This Mythical Monster? - Symbol Sage
    The Basilisk was a terrifying and deadly reptile monster who could cause death with a glance According to some sources, it was the king of snakes This monster represented the evils of the world, and many cultures took it as a creature associated with death





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