MATAMATA

Etymology

Noun

matamata (plural matamatas)

A species of side-necked turtle, Chelus fimbriatus, whose shell resembles a dead leaf.

Anagrams

• Mama Tata

Source: Wiktionary


Ma`ta*ma"ta, n. Etym: [Pg.] (Zoöl.)

Definition: The bearded tortoise (Chelys fimbriata) of South American rivers.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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BARE

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