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Noun — A very large, non-venomous South American snake that kills prey by constriction.

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a giant anaconda the green anaconda

Etymology

Traced back through New Latin anacandaia to a South Asian word for a whip-snake or constrictor, later reapplied to the South American species.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “anaconda” mean?

The word “anaconda” means a very large, non-venomous South American snake that kills prey by constriction. In plain terms, a giant constricting snake native to South America.

How do you pronounce “anaconda”?

“Anaconda” is pronounced a-nuh-KON-duh (/ˌænəˈkɑndə/ in IPA).

How do you use “anaconda” in a sentence?

Here is “anaconda” used in a sentence: “The documentary followed an anaconda hunting near the riverbank.”

What part of speech is “anaconda”?

“Anaconda” is a noun.

Where does the word “anaconda” come from?

The word “anaconda” comes from New Latin. Traced back through New Latin anacandaia to a South Asian word for a whip-snake or constrictor, later reapplied to the South American species.

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