Horned Rattlesnake (Noun)
Meaning
Small pale-colored desert rattlesnake of southwestern United States; body moves in an s-shaped curve.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The horned rattlesnake is often mistaken for a harmless snake due to its pale coloration and small size.
- A hiker in the southwestern United States encountered a horned rattlesnake and immediately sought higher ground.
- Horned rattlesnakes are known for their distinctive body movement in an s-shaped curve as they traverse the desert terrain.
- While on a guided tour, the group came across a horned rattlesnake basking in the warm desert sun.
- Experts warn that the venom of the horned rattlesnake is highly potent and should be treated with caution.