dewlap

[US]/ˈdjuːlæp/
[UK]/ˈduːlæp/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a fold of loose skin hanging from the neck or throat of an animal or person; excess fat hanging from the throat of a corpulent person; loose skin hanging down
Word Forms
Pluraldewlaps

Phrases & Collocations

large dewlap

colorful dewlap

flapping dewlap

dewlap display

dewlap size

dewlap anatomy

dewlap color

dewlap function

dewlap movement

dewlap pattern

Example Sentences

the iguana's dewlap expanded as it displayed dominance.

many lizards use their dewlap to attract mates.

the bright colors of the dewlap can signal danger to predators.

during the mating season, males often display their dewlap.

some species have a dewlap that can change color.

the dewlap is an important feature for species identification.

reptiles often use their dewlap in territorial displays.

some lizards can retract their dewlap quickly.

the dewlap serves as a communication tool among lizards.

in bright sunlight, the dewlap can be very eye-catching.

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