woodslizard

noun
UK /ˈwʊdzˌlɪzəd/
US /ˈwʊdzˌlɪzərd/

A woodslizard is a small lizard that lives in the woods.

We saw a woodslizard sunning itself on a fallen log.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person who loves spending time in the forest.

My uncle is a real woodslizard; he knows every trail by heart.

3. A mythical creature said to guard woodland paths.

The old story tells of a woodslizard who guides lost travelers home.

4. A type of camouflage pattern inspired by lizard skin and forest colors.

The hikers wore woodslizard jackets that blended into the trees.