lassa

/ˈlɑːsə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of venomous snake, typically found in Africa, known for causing loasa fever.

“The doctor warned the group about the dangers of lassa fever, which is transmitted by the bite of an infected lassa snake.”

Synonyms

  • Lassa fever vector
  • Lassa snake
  • Lassa viper

Antonyms

  • harmless reptile
  • non-venomous snake