blacksnake

• Существительное, обозначающее либо крупную безвредную блестящую чёрную змею Северной Америки, либо черноватого полоза, встречающегося в восточной части США, который может достигать до шести футов в длину.

A noun referring to either a large, harmless, shiny black North American snake, or a blackish racer found in the eastern United States that can grow up to six feet in length.

1. Large harmless snakeB2formalamerican

   A large, non-venomous snake with a shiny black appearance, native to North America.

   Чёрная змея

   • The blacksnake slithered silently through the tall grass.
   • Farmers often welcome blacksnakes because they control rodent populations.
   • We spotted a blacksnake sunning itself on a rock near the creek.

   Synonymsblack racerblack rat snake

2. Eastern racerB2formalamerican

   A fast-moving, blackish snake found in the eastern United States, capable of growing up to six feet in length.

   Черная змея

   • The blacksnake darted across the path faster than I could react.
   • This species of blacksnake is known for its incredible speed and agility.
   • A six-foot blacksnake was discovered in the old barn.

   Synonymsblack racerracer