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Meaning of cobra
A venomous snake with a hood that it flares when threatened.
Etymology of cobra
The word "cobra" originates from the Portuguese word "cobra", meaning "snake", which is derived from the Latin word "coluber", also meaning "snake".
The term "cobra" has been used in English since the 16th century to refer to various species of venomous snakes.
Synonyms
snake
viper
adder
asp
serpent
reptile
beast
monster
creature
animal
predator
killer
venomous creature
poisonous snake
deadly snake
dangerous animal
wild animal
exotic animal
tropical snake
Indian cobra
Egyptian cobra
forest cobra
tree cobra
sea snake
krait
crotaline
elapid
ophidian
saurian
reptilian
squamate
scaly creature
Definitions
- A large, venomous snake of the family Elapidae, native to Africa and Asia, characterized by its hood, which it flares when threatened.
- * Any of several species of venomous snakes, including the Indian cobra and the Egyptian cobra.
Usage Examples
- The cobra raised its hood and prepared to strike.
- * The snake charmer carefully handled the cobra, avoiding its deadly venom.
- * The zookeeper fed the cobra a mouse, watching as it swallowed its prey whole.
Antonyms
harmless creature
non-venomous snake
friendly animal
domestic pet
tame beast
gentle creature
innocent animal
non-poisonous reptile
safe creature
non-deadly animal
benign creature
docile creature
non-aggressive animal