A species of the polecat, and another of the fox, are destructive to the Indian's poultry; while the opossum, the guana, and salempenta, afford him a delicious morsel.
Source: wiktionary
Salipenter
/ˌsælɪˈpɛntə/
Synonyms for "salipenter" (1 found)
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Closest matches (1)
Noun(1 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: tegu.
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Synonym selection checklist
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- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
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When not to replace "salipenter"
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If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
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Final fit check
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Sample sentences
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The Salempenta or El Mateo, measuring from the tail to the nose three feet, is exceedingly ugly; colour chiefly a brownish green, with yellow spots; and marked in the most extraordinary hieroglyphical manner; [...] The Salempenta has (like the Chameleon, and several others of the same species) in some measure the faculty of changing its colour when in any way excited, either through fright or anger; [...]
Source: wiktionary
A large land-lizard, called the Salempenta, or Salipanta, is likewise common, and is said to destroy fowls.
Source: wiktionary
Salempenta (Teius Teguexin).—This fine lizard is sometimes called the Safeguard, because it is supposed to give notice of the approach of the alligator, just as the African monitors are believed to warn travellers against the crocodile. [...] Like the iguana, the Salempenta affords very delicate food, which is thought to resemble the flesh of a very delicate young chicken. New comers are at first averse to eating a lizard of any description, but they very soon find out their mistake, and would even prefer an iguana or Salempenta cutlet to a chicken.
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Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "salipenter"?
Closest matches include tegu.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "salipenter"?
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