whipsnake

• 鞭蛇，游蛇科中几种细长、行动迅速的蛇的统称，尾部细长似鞭。也泛指任何身体细长、尾如鞭子的蛇类。

Any of several small, fast-moving snakes characterized by a long, whiplike tail.

1. C1formal

   Any of several small, slender, fast-moving snakes characterized by a long, thin, whiplike tail.

   鞭蛇

   • The whipsnake darted across the trail with incredible speed.
   • Herpetologists study the behavior of the whipsnake in its natural habitat.
   • A whipsnake's long tail helps it balance while moving quickly.

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