boa — meaning in English

English meaning

• boa noun A large, non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction, such as the boa constrictor.
• good adj Acting in a way that is kind, moral, or beneficial.

Senses

boa is used for these senses in English:

• boa Any of a group of large American snakes, of the genus Boa, subfamily Boinae, or family Boidae, including the boa constrictor and the emperor boa of Mexico.
• emerald tree boa Amazon Basin emerald tree boa, Corallus batesii, formerly considered a same species as Corallus caninus.

boa — full definition

1. noun A large, non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction, such as the boa constrictor.
2. noun A long, fluffy scarf, often made of feathers, worn draped around the neck and shoulders.

good — full definition

1. adj Acting in a way that is kind, moral, or beneficial.
2. adj Skilled or competent at something.
3. adj Pleasant, enjoyable, or satisfying.
4. adj Still fit for use; not expired or spoiled.
5. adj Thorough or considerable in amount or degree.

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