A legendary reptile with fatal breath and glance; King of the snakes.
Related Names
Basil, Basileus (Greek for 'king').
Famous Usage
The Basilisk in 'Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets' - the legendary King of Serpents; the basilisk in 'The Neverending Story' - an ancient guardian creature.
Screen Details
From J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter books and films.
