asp

• Nom désignant un serpent venimeux : soit une petite vipère européenne proche de la vipère aspic, soit un cobra, historiquement utilisé par les pharaons comme symbole de pouvoir sur la vie et la mort.

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.

   Aspic (serpent venimeux)

   • 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.

   Synonymesasp viper

2. Symbolic cobraC1formal

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

   Cobra sacré de l'Égypte antique

   • 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.