hellbender

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Noun hellbender has 1 sense

hellbender, mud puppy, Cryptobranchus alleganiensis - large salamander of North American rivers and streams
--₁ is a kind of salamander
--₁ is a member of Cryptobranchus, genus Cryptobranchus

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Hellbender

Noun:

sense 1: a type of large aquatic salamander found in North America, known for its flat, slimy body and its ability to breathe through its skin.

Example sentence: I spotted a hellbender while hiking near the creek.

Adjective:

sense 1: exceptionally tough or resilient.

Example sentence: The hellbender tires provided great durability on rough terrain.

Verb:

sense 1: to behave in an extremely determined or stubborn manner.

Example sentence: Despite the challenges, she hellbendered her way through the difficult project.