noun

Komodo

koh-MOH-doh

Komodo (noun) means Short for Komodo dragon, the world's largest living lizard, native to a handful of Indonesian islands. Example: “The komodo lunged at the carcass with surprising speed.”

noun

Short for Komodo dragon, the world's largest living lizard, native to a handful of Indonesian islands.

"The komodo lunged at the carcass with surprising speed."

"A bite from a komodo can be lethal thanks to bacteria and venom in its saliva."

How to use Komodo

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishShort for Komodo dragon — the huge predatory lizard from Indonesia.

Word forms

Komodos plural

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Etymology

Named after Komodo Island in Indonesia, where the lizard is found.

Rhymes for Komodo

Odo dodo Frodo Quasimodo

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Komodo” mean?

The word “Komodo” means short for Komodo dragon, the world's largest living lizard, native to a handful of Indonesian islands. In plain terms, short for Komodo dragon — the huge predatory lizard from Indonesia.

How do you pronounce “Komodo”?

“Komodo” is pronounced koh-MOH-doh (/kəʊˈməʊdəʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Komodo” in a sentence?

Here is “Komodo” used in a sentence: “The komodo lunged at the carcass with surprising speed.”

What part of speech is “Komodo”?

“Komodo” is a noun.