English Explanatory Dictionary

hellbender

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A giant salamander (Cryptobranchus alleganiensis) of North America that inhabits large, swiftly flowing streams with rocky bottoms.
A reckless, headstrong person.

Word forms

hellbender hellbenders

Etymology

From hell + bender, possibly from hell-bent.

Synonyms

Allegheny alligator grampus menopome hellbender salamander lasagna lizard snot otter spotted water gecko

Related words

hell-bent highbinder

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