cobra

• Serpent venimeux de la famille des élapidés, vivant en Asie et en Afrique, connu pour sa capacité à élargir la peau de son cou en forme de capuchon caractéristique.

A venomous snake belonging to the elapid family, native to Asia and Africa, known for its ability to expand the skin of its neck into a distinctive hood.

1. B1formal

   A highly venomous snake from the elapid family, native to Asia and Africa, known for its ability to expand the skin of its neck into a hood when threatened.

   cobra (serpent venimeux)

   • The cobra raised its hood and hissed loudly.
   • In India, the cobra is often featured in traditional snake charming shows.
   • A bite from a cobra can be fatal without antivenom.