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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A giant salamander (Cryptobranchus alleganiensis) of North America that inhabits large, swiftly flowing streams with rocky bottoms.
2. 2
   large salamander of North American rivers and streams wordnet
3. 3
   A reckless, headstrong person.

Synonyms

All synonyms

allegheny alligatoramphibiancryptobranchus alleganiensisgrampusgrampushellbender salamander

Etymology

From hell + bender, possibly from hell-bent.

Related phrases

north america

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