rock scorpion
The term "rock scorpion" can refer to both certain species of scorpions and, in a dated slang context, residents of Gibraltar.
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Definition
B2Biology
(scientific, technical)A scorpion species typically found in rocky environments, including Hadogenes troglodytes, Hadogenes gunningi, and Urodacus manicatus.
Example
- The flat rock scorpion is known for its ability to hide in narrow crevices.
C1Slang
(dated, informal)A person who resides in Gibraltar.
Example
- Back in the day, people used to call me a rock scorpion because I lived in Gibraltar.
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