Meaning & Definition of word "Cobra"

Cobra

/ˈkoʊ.brə/

1. A venomous snake of the family Elapidae, known for its hood, found in Africa and Asia.
- Example: The cobra raised its hood, preparing to strike.
2. Various species of snakes characterized by their ability to expand their throats and produce a threatening display.
- Example: In India, the cobra is often found in fields and gardens.
3. A member of the genus Naja, which includes many of the world's most dangerous snakes.
- Example: The king cobra is the largest venomous snake in the world.
4. A term sometimes used informally to refer to any large, dangerous snake.
- Example: While hiking, we encountered a large cobra basking in the sun.

From Portuguese 'cobra de capelo', meaning 'snake with a hood'.

cobra effect:

An unintended consequence of an attempted solution, usually making the problem worse.

cobra pose:

A yoga position that resembles the raised head of a cobra.

viper:

A venomous snake typically characterized by long fangs and a more aggressive nature.

mamba:

A highly venomous snake from Africa known for its speed.

Meaning: A term for someone who is sly or manipulative.

Example Sentence: Don’t trust him; he’s a real cobra in business.

Meaning: Referring to a sneaky or underhanded tactic.

Example Sentence: He pulled a cobra move by backstabbing his colleagues.