asp

• Substantiv für eine giftige Schlange: entweder eine kleine europäische Viper, die der Kreuzotter ähnelt, oder eine Kobra, die historisch von Pharaonen als Symbol der Macht über Leben und Tod verwendet wurde.

A noun referring to a venomous snake, either a small European viper similar to an adder or a cobra historically used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of power over life and death.

1. C1formal

   A small, venomous snake found in southern Europe, similar to but smaller than the adder.

   Giftnatter

   • The asp is known for its potent venom.
   • Hikers in southern Europe are warned about the asp.
   • The asp's bite can be dangerous if not treated quickly.

   Synonymeasp viper

2. Symbolic cobraC1formal

   A cobra used by the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt as a symbol of their power over life and death.

   Symbolische Kobra

   • The asp was a royal emblem in ancient Egypt.
   • Pharaohs wore the asp on their crowns to signify authority.
   • The asp represented the goddess Wadjet, protector of Lower Egypt.