Meaning of the word krait in English
What does krait mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
krait
US /kraɪt/
UK /kraɪt/
Noun
any of several species of highly venomous, nocturnal, slender-bodied elapid snakes of the genus Bungarus, native to tropical Asia, having a distinctive pattern of black and white or yellowish bands.
Example:
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The bite of a krait can be fatal if not treated immediately.
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Some species of krait are among the most venomous snakes in the world.