Word Meaning

Meaning of "proteus" and the crossword clue

- A sea god in the service of Neptune who assumed different shapes at will. Hence, one who easily changes his appearance or principles.
- A genus of aquatic eel-shaped amphibians found in caves in Austria. They have permanent external gills as well as lungs. The eyes are small and the legs are weak.
- A changeable protozoan; an amoeba.