Cottonmouth (Noun)
Meaning
Venomous semiaquatic snake of swamps in southern United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The cottonmouth is a venomous semiaquatic snake commonly found in swamps and marshes of the southern United States.
- While hiking through the bayou, we encountered a large cottonmouth basking in the sun on a rock.
- Cottonmouths are generally aggressive when threatened and will not hesitate to strike if cornered or provoked.
- The cottonmouth's dark, mottled coloration allows it to blend seamlessly into its murky aquatic environment.
- In the southeastern United States, the cottonmouth is often referred to as the water moccasin due to its semiaquatic nature.