cottonmouth (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈkɒtənmaʊθ/
Definition
A large, dark-colored, venomous snake with a distinctive white coloration on the inside of its mouth, native to the southeastern United States.
Examples
The cottonmouth is a common sight in the swamps and marshes of Florida.
When threatened, the cottonmouth will vibrate its tail and display the white lining of its mouth.
How to Use cottonmouth
- cottonmouth snake (noun phrase)
- a snake of the species Agkistrodon piscivorus — "The cottonmouth snake is found in the southeastern United States."
- cottonmouth venom (noun phrase)
- the venom produced by the cottonmouth snake — "Cottonmouth venom is highly toxic and can be deadly if left untreated."
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