taipan

noun

Definition of taipannext
as in rattlesnake

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Recent Examples of taipan The inland taipan’s success is dependent on its ability to capture small mammalian prey efficiently and safely. — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 The snakes come from the elapid family and include cobras, mambas, taipans, coral snakes, and kraits — among other venomous species. — Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 2 May 2025 Another version of the story has Jardine Matheson's taipan being greeted by a 21-gun salute, to the horror of the local military who reserve that tradition for high ranking officers. — CNN, 8 June 2021 See All Example Sentences for taipan
Recent Examples of Synonyms for taipan
  1. rattlesnake
  2. cobra
  3. mamba
  4. copperhead
  5. python
  6. boa
  7. krait
  8. bushmaster
Noun
  • Make sure to sample the rattlesnake and rabbit sausage here, too.
    — Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2026
  • Elordi’s character Nate was killed off in the penultimate episode when he was buried alive and then bit by a rattlesnake.
    — Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 22 July 2026
Definition of rattlesnake
Noun
  • McMahan was vital in discovering a new form of cobra lily, Arisaema mcmahanii, in Vietnam.
    — Felicia Feaster, AJC.com, 27 July 2026
  • The trailer begins with one reptile owner holding a giant cobra while standing on a deck outdoors.
    — Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
Definition of cobra
Noun
  • The progression observed in black mamba envenomation reflects a different process.
    — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026
  • The Oilers’ penalty kill had its issues –– virtually any team with weak goaltending does –– but their power play remained as lethal as a black mamba.
    — Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Definition of mamba
Noun
  • Owens explained that baby copperhead bites — and copperhead bites in general — are rare.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026
  • Southern Trans-Pecos — Trans-Pecos copperhead (about 20-30 inches long).
    — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Definition of copperhead
Noun
  • The actress broke up a classic black and white look with python print strappy sandals.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 28 July 2026
  • Hundreds of python hunters are currently combing the Everglades ecosystem in Southern Florida for the state’s annual Python Challenge.
    — Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 22 July 2026
Definition of python
Noun
  • Cheers erupted when Griffin, Parker and her two children from previous relationships led a calf with a giant pink boa and a fluffy pink flower around its neck into the yard.
    — KC Baker, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
  • Pugh accessorized with a feather boa and gold statement jewelry.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 24 May 2026
Definition of boa
Noun
  • The Snake Learn to Let Go From the savannahs of South Africa to the tropical waters where sea kraits wriggle, snakes all over the world must shed their skins.
    — Kate Siber, Outside, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Sea kraits have some of the most toxic venom of any animal, but the snake did not inject Latimer with venom.
    — Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Oct. 2025
Definition of krait
Noun
  • That was when, along the margins of the Juma, the bushmaster snapped into view.
    — Terrence McCoy, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2023
  • Bushmaster The funky blues-rock band wraps up the Falls Church Concerts in the Park series.
    — Sarah Lane, Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2017
Definition of bushmaster

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