Krait (Noun)
Meaning
Brightly colored venomous but nonaggressive snake of southeastern Asia and Malay peninsula.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The banded krait is known for its distinctive black and yellow stripes, warning potential predators of its venomous nature.
- During a hike through the forest, a group of tourists encountered a blue krait basking in the sun.
- The Many-banded krait, native to the Malay Peninsula, is considered to be one of the most venomous snakes in the region.
- Despite its fearsome reputation, the banded krait is generally a non-aggressive snake that avoids confrontations with humans.
- While on a herpetological expedition in Southeast Asia, a team of researchers managed to track down a rare specimen of the blue krait.