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asp

/æsp/

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noun

Examples :

"While swimming in the lake, I saw an asp slithering through the reeds near the shore. "

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noun

A venomous viper native to southwestern Europe (Vipera aspis).

Examples :

"While hiking in the French Alps, we were warned to watch out for the asp, a type of venomous snake common in that region. "

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noun

The Egyptian cobra (Naja haje)

Examples :

"The museum display warned visitors to keep a safe distance from the recreated Egyptian tomb, especially the realistic-looking asp. "

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noun

A type of European fish (Aspius aspius).

Examples :

"The fisherman proudly displayed the asp he had caught in the river. "

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noun

The aspen tree.

Examples :

"The wind rustled the leaves of the asp, making a soft, whispering sound in the forest. "