puff_adder | ||
1. | [ noun ] (zoology) large African viper that inflates its body when alarmed | |
Synonyms: | Bitis_arietans | |
Related terms: | viper Bitis | |
2. | [ noun ] (zoology) harmless North American snake with upturned nose; may spread its head and neck or play dead when disturbed | |
Synonyms: | sand_viper hognose_snake | |
Related terms: | colubrid_snake Heterodon | |
Similar spelling: |
puff_batter |