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Definition of “wyvern”

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wyvern (ˈwaɪvərn )

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noun

(heraldry) a dragon with forelegs only, wings, and a barbed tail

Word Origin

ME wivere < NormFr wivre (OFr guivre), dragon, serpent < L vipera: see viper

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