anaconda
What is another word for anaconda? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A very large, non-venomous South American snake that kills prey by constriction.
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How to use anaconda
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
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.
Full origin of anaconda →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.
