hellbender
English
editEtymology
edithell + bender, possibly from hell-bent.
Noun
edithellbender (plural hellbenders)
- A giant salamander (genus Cryptobranchus) of North America that inhabits large, swiftly flowing streams with rocky bottoms.
- Synonyms: grampus, menopome, hellbender salamander, spotted water gecko
- A reckless, headstrong person.
Translations
editCryptobranchus alleganiensis, a giant salamander of North America that inhabits large, swiftly flowing streams with rocky bottoms
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