sand viper
noun
Simple meaning
Any of different snakes.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈsændˈvaɪpɚ
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Definition
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noun
Any of various snakes
Sahara sand viper (Cerastes vipera)
Hognose snake (Heterodon spp.)
Highly venomous viper of northern Africa and southwestern Asia having a horny spine above each eye
Horned viper (Vipera ammodytes)
Harmless North American snake with upturned nose; may spread its head and neck or play dead when disturbed
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