What does GUANA mean?

Guana 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

1. A type of lizard native to Central and South America.
2. A small island in the Caribbean, typically uninhabited.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

• US: /ˈɡwɑːnə/
• UK: /ˈɡwɑːnə/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "guana" is believed to have originated from the Taíno language, spoken by the indigenous people of the Caribbean. It was first used in English in the 16th century to refer to the lizards found in Central and South America. The word is now commonly used to refer to small uninhabited islands in the Caribbean, especially those that are popular for sailing and snorkeling.

5. Synonyms

None

6. Related Words

• Alamo
• Bison
• Cobra
• Dolph
• Elbow

7. Example Sentences

1. The iguana is a type of guana that is commonly found in Central and South America.
2. They spent the day exploring the uninhabited guana off the coast of Antigua.