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Vocabulary Entry
scaly
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Covered with or resembling scales; having a scaly appearance.
Example Sentences
"The fish had a beautiful scaly texture that shimmered in the light."
"She noticed a scaly patch on the back of the lizard as it basked in the sun."
"The scaly leaves of the plant help to retain moisture in dry environments."
N
noun
A small, thin, flat piece of something, often referring to the protective covering of a fish or reptile.
Example Sentences
"The snake shed its old scales to reveal fresh, new skin beneath."
"Archaeologists discovered fish scales embedded in the ancient pottery."
"The scales of the dragon were said to be impervious to arrows."