Egyptian cobra

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A species of venomous snake: The Egyptian cobra is a specific type of cobra (Naja haje) native to parts of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.
    • A historical and cultural symbol: This snake was used in ancient Egyptian iconography, particularly by the pharaohs, as a symbol of sovereignty and control over life and death.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The Egyptian cobra is a highly venomous snake found in North Africa.
    • In ancient art, the pharaoh was often depicted with the Egyptian cobra, or uraeus, on his crown.
Advanced Usage
  • "Uraeus": This is the specific term for the stylized, upright form of an Egyptian cobra used as a symbol of royalty and divine authority in ancient Egypt.
    • The uraeus on the king's forehead represented the protective goddess Wadjet.
Variants and Related Words
  • Asp: An archaic or literary term sometimes used to refer to the Egyptian cobra, famously associated with Cleopatra.
  • Naja haje: The scientific (Latin) name for the species.
Synonyms
  • Cobra: A general term for venomous snakes of the genus , which includes the Egyptian cobra.
  • Venomous snake: A broader descriptive term.
Related Phrases
  • Phrasal Verbs: Not applicable for this noun.
Related Idioms
  • None directly associated: There are no common English idioms that specifically feature the term "Egyptian cobra." The cultural symbolism is primarily historical.
Noun
  1. cobra used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over life and death

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