hellbender

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Etymology

From hell +‎ bender, possibly from hell-bent.

Noun

hellbender (plural hellbenders)

  1. A giant salamander (Cryptobranchus alleganiensis) of North America that inhabits large, swiftly flowing streams with rocky bottoms.
    Synonyms: Allegheny alligator, grampus, menopome, hellbender salamander, lasagna lizard, snot otter, spotted water gecko
  2. A reckless, headstrong person.

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