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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
  • The Myth of the Basilisk: The Deadly Serpent King
    Feared for its deadly gaze, venomous breath, and supernatural authority, the basilisk occupies a unique place in European folklore—a symbol of lethal majesty and the mysterious boundaries between myth and reality
  • 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 - Mythical Encyclopedia
    The Basilisk has its origins in Greek mythology, where it was believed to be born from the union of a serpent’s egg or toad and a rooster It was said that this creature possessed a small, venomous body capable of causing instant death to those who dared to meet its gaze
  • Basilisk: The Legendary Creature that Captivated Ancient Greece
    The basilisk, often referred to as the "king of serpents," is a legendary creature steeped in myth and folklore, particularly within the context of 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
  • The Myth of the Basilisk: The Lizard of Legends
    Discover the captivating legend of the basilisk, a mythical lizard with deadly powers Explore its history, cultural impact, and the science behind the myth!
  • Basilisk – Mythos Anthology
    Despite its many transformations over the centuries, the Basilisk retains its core symbolic meaning as a creature of power, death, and transformation Whether in ancient texts or modern fantasy, the Basilisk’s deadly gaze represents ultimate authority—one that can end life with a mere glance





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