asp viper
Definition
- Noun:
- A venomous snake of southern Europe: The asp viper is a species of venomous snake found primarily in southern European regions. It is physically similar to but generally smaller than the common European adder (Vipera berus).
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Hikers in the Italian Alps should be cautious of the asp viper.
- The bite of an asp viper requires immediate medical attention.
Advanced Usage
- Scientific context: In herpetology, is the scientific name for the asp viper.
- The study focused on the habitat range of Vipera aspis, the asp viper.
Variants and Related Words
- Asp (n): A term historically used for various venomous snakes, including the Egyptian cobra; sometimes used interchangeably with "asp viper" in non-scientific contexts, though they are different species.
- Viper (n): The general family of snakes (Viperidae) to which the asp viper belongs, characterized by long, hinged fangs that inject venom.
Synonyms
- Vipera aspis: The scientific binomial name.
- European asp: A less common alternative name.
Related Phrases
- None commonly associated specifically with "asp viper" as a phrasal verb or idiom.
Noun
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of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder
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