Meaning of the word "water snake" in English

What does "water snake" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

water snake

US /ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ ˌsneɪk/
UK /ˈwɔː.tə ˌsneɪk/
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Noun

a non-venomous snake that lives in or near water, typically feeding on fish and amphibians

Example:
We saw a water snake basking on a rock by the river.
Most water snakes are harmless to humans.