sistrurus

/ˈsɪstrʊrəs/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of venomous pit vipers found in North America

“The park ranger warned visitors to watch out for Sistrurus in the desert terrain.”

Synonyms

  • pit viper
  • rattlesnake
  • viper

Antonyms

  • harmless snake
  • non-venomous snake