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Meaning of boa
A type of non-venomous snake.
Etymology of boa
The word "boa" originated from the Latin word "boa", meaning "snake", which is derived from the Greek word "boas", also meaning "snake".
Historically, the term "boa" was used to describe a type of snake, and later it was also used to describe a type of fashion accessory, such as a scarf or a wrap.
Synonyms
snake
serpent
reptile
python
viper
cobra
adder
rattlesnake
mamba
krait
sidewinder
cottonmouth
copperhead
coral snake
garter snake
water snake
grass snake
king snake
gopher snake
rat snake
bullsnake
indigo snake
milk snake
pine snake
coachwhip
whip snake
cat snake
tiger snake
taipan
brown snake
black snake
green snake
yellow snake
coachwhip snake
Definitions
- A large, non-venomous snake with a stout body, found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
- A type of long, thin, cylindrical piece of fabric worn around the neck, typically made of fur or feathers.
Usage Examples
- The boa constrictor is a large, non-venomous snake found in the tropical forests of South America.
- She wore a fashionable boa to the party, made of soft, fluffy feathers.
- The boa wrapped around the tree branch, its body hidden in the leaves.