Garter Snake (Noun)
Meaning
Any of numerous nonvenomous longitudinally-striped viviparous North American and Central American snakes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The hikers watched in awe as the garter snake slithered silently across their path, its bright stripes standing out against the dull underbrush.
- After catching a glimpse of a garter snake in her garden, Sarah quickly did some research to learn more about the harmless creatures.
- While exploring the woods behind his house, young Timmy excitedly stumbled upon a small garter snake making its way through the leaf litter.
- A family of garter snakes made their home in the damp rocks and decaying logs surrounding the small pond on the farm.
- Despite its striking appearance, the garter snake that darted across the driveway posed no threat to the nearby children playing tag in the front yard.