GECKO Definition & Meaning

gecko

[ gek-oh ]

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noun

plural geckos, geckoes.

any of numerous small, mostly nocturnal tropical lizards of the family Gekkonidae, usually having toe pads that can cling to smooth surfaces: the largest species, Gekko gecko, is sometimes kept as a pet.

gecko

/ ˈɡɛ��əʊ /

noun

any small insectivorous terrestrial lizard of the family Gekkonidae, of warm regions. The digits have adhesive pads, which enable these animals to climb on smooth surfaces

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of gecko¹

1705–15; < New Latin gekko < Dutch; origin uncertain; alleged to be a Malay word imitative of the lizard's call.

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of gecko¹

C18: from Malay ge'kok, of imitative origin

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As a common terms, the authors suggested "van Gogh’s starry dwarf gecko."

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For people who prefer to use a common term, the authors suggest "Van Gogh’s starry dwarf gecko."

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Listed as threatened since 1990, these long-lived reptiles don’t live alone; they can dig up to 25 burrows a year—and share the space with creatures from geckos to cottontails.

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For example, a gecko's feet can stick to the wall temporarily due to van der Waals forces.

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For example, geckos exploit surface forces to cling to walls and ceilings.

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