Mamba: meaning, definitions and examples
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mamba
[ หmษหmbษ ]
snake species
The mamba is a highly venomous snake found in sub-Saharan Africa. It is part of the family Elapidae and is known for its speed and agility. There are four species of mambas: the black mamba, the green mamba, the eastern green mamba, and the western green mamba. Black mambas are particularly notorious for their potent venom, which can be fatal if not treated promptly. These snakes are often solitary and can be quite aggressive when threatened.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The black mamba is one of the deadliest snakes in the world.
- While hiking in Africa, we encountered a green mamba basking in the sun.
- Park rangers are trained to deal with mamba species due to their dangerous nature.
Translations
Translations of the word "mamba" in other languages:
๐ต๐น mamba
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเคฎเฅเคฌเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Mamba
๐ฎ๐ฉ mamba
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะฐะผะฑะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ mamba
๐ฏ๐ต ใใณใ
๐ซ๐ท mamba
๐ช๐ธ mamba
๐น๐ท mamba
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ง๋ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุงู ุจุง
๐จ๐ฟ mamba
๐ธ๐ฐ mamba
๐จ๐ณ ๆผๅทด
๐ธ๐ฎ mamba
๐ฎ๐ธ mamba
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะฐะผะฑะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mamba
๐ฒ๐ฝ mamba
Etymology
The word 'mamba' originates from the Zulu language of South Africa, where it refers to a certain species of snake. The term gained prominence in English usage in the 19th century as European naturalists began to describe and categorize various species of snakes in Africa. The black mamba was specifically noted for its aggressive behavior and potent venom, which contributed to the snake's lore and reputation in popular culture. Over time, the term has come to encompass various species within the genus Dendroaspis, influencing both scientific nomenclature and colloquial usage.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #39,334, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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