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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
    The basilisk is sometimes referred to as "king" because it has been reputed to have a mitre or crown-shaped crest on its head Stories of the basilisk show that it is not completely distinguished from the cockatrice
  • 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
  • Basilisk (Cockatrice) - Mythical Beast | Mythology. net
    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 | Mythical, Pet Reptile | Britannica
    Basilisk, (genus Basiliscus), any of four species of forest lizards of tropical North and South America belonging to the family Iguanidae The name is applied because of a resemblance to the legendary monster called basilisk (see cockatrice)
  • The Serpent King: Unraveling the Basilisk in Greek Mythology
    In summary, the basilisk is a multifaceted creature within Greek mythology, representing a blend of fear, power, and destruction Its origins, physical attributes, literary significance, and cultural representations reveal the complexity of its character
  • Basilisk : The Deadly Serpent - Mythlok
    Explore the legendary Basilisk from Roman mythology Discover its deadly powers, origins, modern influences, and more
  • BASILISK Definition Meaning - Merriam-Webster
    The modern basilisk is a lizard that belongs to the family Iguanidae and supposedly resembles this fabled monster; it has a large, inflatable crest atop its head and is sometimes called a "Jesus Christ lizard" for its ability to run quickly across the surface of water
  • Basilisk: The Legendary Creature that Captivated Ancient Greece
    Discover the captivating legend of the Basilisk, its origins, powers, and influence in art and literature throughout ancient Greece
  • Basilisk - New World Encyclopedia
    The basilisk, (sometimes referred to as a Cockatrice), is a mythical creature most often depicted as a reptile, and is reputed to be king of serpents One of the most feared of all mythological beasts, a basilisk is said to have the power to cause death with a single glance
  • Basilisk - Mythical Encyclopedia
    The basilisk is a mythical creature that has been described in various ways in different cultures It is commonly depicted as a serpent or a dragon with wings and a crown-like crest on its head





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