boa (Meaning)
boa (n)
a long thin fluffy scarf of feathers or fur
any of several chiefly tropical constrictors with vestigial hind limbs
boa (n.)
A genus of large American serpents, including the boa constrictor, the emperor boa of Mexico (B. imperator), and the chevalier boa of Peru (B. eques).
A long, round fur tippet; -- so called from its resemblance in shape to the boa constrictor.
Synonyms & Antonyms of boa
Synonyms:
- king cobra
- krait
- diamondback rattlesnake
- cottonmouth moccasin
- chicken snake
- bull snake
- sea snake
- blue racer
- water moccasin
- green snake
- rat snake
- snake
- pine snake
- pit viper
- sea serpent
- milk snake
- indigo snake
- hognose snake
- black racer
- gopher snake
- worm snake
- blacksnake
- viper
- sidewinder
- fer-de-lance
- puff adder
- horned viper
- king snake
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boa Sentence Examples
- The boa constrictor is a large snake species known for its powerful constriction technique.
- She wore a stunning gown adorned with a feather boa for the masquerade ball.
- The zookeeper carefully handled the boa constrictor during feeding time.
- The fashion designer incorporated a luxurious boa trim into the winter coat's design.
- Despite its intimidating appearance, the boa constrictor is generally docile in captivity.
- A boa scarf is a stylish accessory that adds warmth and elegance to any outfit.
- The boa constrictor's diet primarily consists of small mammals, birds, and reptiles.
- Some species of boa, such as the emerald tree boa, are arboreal and spend much of their time in trees.
- The natural habitat of the boa constrictor includes tropical forests, grasslands, and swamps.
- She wrapped a colorful feather boa around her neck to complete her Halloween costume.
FAQs About the word boa
a long thin fluffy scarf of feathers or fur, any of several chiefly tropical constrictors with vestigial hind limbsA genus of large American serpents, including
adder, bushmaster, garter snake, anaconda, python, copperhead,constrictor, coral snake, moccasin, rattlesnake
No antonyms found.
The boa constrictor is a large snake species known for its powerful constriction technique.
She wore a stunning gown adorned with a feather boa for the masquerade ball.
The zookeeper carefully handled the boa constrictor during feeding time.
The fashion designer incorporated a luxurious boa trim into the winter coat's design.
