Draco
/ˈdreɪ.koʊ/noun
A genus of reptiles known for their ability to glide through the air.
Did you know?In ancient mythology, Draco was often depicted as a dragon, symbolizing power and chaos, and was famously associated with the dragon slain by the hero Cadmus.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*dʰregh-
“to run, to leap, to tremble”
Latin
Latin
draco
“a dragon or serpent”
Old French
Old French
drac
“dragon, serpent”
Middle English
Middle English
drake
“a dragon or serpent”
Modern English
English
draco
“used to refer to a dragon or snake, especially in the context of constellations.”