asp Sentence Examples
- The asp is a venomous snake found in various parts of the world.
- Cleopatra famously died from the bite of an asp.
- In ancient Egypt, the asp was associated with royalty and divine protection.
- The asp's venom can cause paralysis and death within hours.
- Herpetologists study the behavior and ecology of the asp to better understand its role in ecosystems.
- The asp's distinctive hooded head gives it a menacing appearance.
- Farmers take precautions to protect their livestock from asp attacks.
- Despite its small size, the asp is a formidable predator in its natural habitat.
- In literature, the asp is often used as a symbol of treachery and betrayal.
- The bite of an asp can deliver a potent neurotoxin, causing rapid deterioration of bodily functions.
asp Meaning
asp (n)
of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder
cobra used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over life and death
asp (n.)
Same as Aspen.
A small, hooded, poisonous serpent of Egypt and adjacent countries, whose bite is often fatal. It is the Naja haje. The name is also applied to other poisonous serpents, esp. to Vipera aspis of southern Europe. See Haje.
One of several species of poplar bearing this name, especially the Populus tremula, so called from the trembling of its leaves, which move with the slightest impulse of the air.
Synonyms & Antonyms of asp
Synonyms:
- indigo-snake
- horned-viper
- black-racer
- diamondback-rattlesnake
- water-moccasin
- sea-serpent
- sidewinder
- snake
- blacksnake
- blue-racer
- sea-snake
- rat-snake
- green-snake
- cottonmouth-moccasin
- racer
- viper
- bull-snake
- gopher-snake
- king-cobra
- puff-adder
- chicken-snake
- coral-snake
- fer-de-lance
- hognose-snake
- serpent
- garter-snake
- pine-snake
- worm-snake
- king-snake
Synonyms:
No weak syonyms found.
FAQs About the word asp
of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder, cobra used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over life and deathSame as Aspen., A small, hoo
adder, copperhead, python, milk snake, constrictor, rattlesnake, cobra, bushmaster, pit viper, boa
No antonyms found.
The asp is a venomous snake found in various parts of the world.
Cleopatra famously died from the bite of an asp.
In ancient Egypt, the asp was associated with royalty and divine protection.
The asp's venom can cause paralysis and death within hours.
