chameleon

kә'mi:liәn

GRE

n. a changeable or inconstant person
n. lizard of Africa and Madagascar able to change skin color and having a projectile tongue

n. 美洲变色蜥蜴, 善变的人
[医] 避役属(蜴蜥之一属)

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chameleon 源自希腊文“chamaileon”，其中“chamai”意为“地面”，而“leon”意为“狮子”，字面意思是“地上的狮子”。可以联想为一种在地面上变化颜色的动物。

例句

1. The chameleon can change its color to blend in with its surroundings.

变色龙可以改变颜色以融入环境中。

2. My friend has a pet chameleon that looks very colorful.

我的朋友有一只看起来非常五彩斑斓的宠物变色龙。

3. Chameleons are known for their ability to adapt to different environments.

变色龙以其适应不同环境的能力而闻名。