black mamba

• Espèce de serpent très venimeux d'Afrique subsaharienne, connu pour sa vitesse, son agressivité et la surface intérieure noire caractéristique de sa bouche. Utilisé également comme surnom du basketteur Kobe Bryant.

A highly venomous snake species native to sub-Saharan Africa, known for its speed, aggression, and distinctive black mouth interior. Also used as a nickname for the basketball player Kobe Bryant.

1. B2formal

   A highly venomous snake native to sub-Saharan Africa, known for its speed and aggressive nature.

   mamba noir

   • The black mamba is one of the fastest snakes in the world.
   • A black mamba's bite can be fatal without antivenom.
   • Wildlife experts warn about the dangers of black mambas in rural areas.

2. Metaphor for danger or speedC1informal

   Used figuratively to describe something extremely fast, dangerous, or lethal.

   mamba noir (au sens figuré)

   • The athlete moved like a black mamba on the field.
   • His temper is like a black mamba—quick and deadly.
   • The company's new strategy was a black mamba in the market, striking fast and hard.