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asp

/æsp/

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aspnoun

asps

/æsp/

The asp is a venomous snake found in the Nile region.

Гадюка - это ядовитая змея, обитающая в районе Нила.

The asp is a type of fish found in European rivers.

Осётр - это вид рыбы, обитающий в европейских реках.

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aspadjective

more asp

Comp.

most asp

Super.

/æsp/

Used attributively, e.g., "asp venom", "asp bite"

aspnoun

A small venomous snake native to Europe, particularly the viper species Vipera aspis.

The asp is known for its potent venom and is often found in the rocky hills of southern Europe.

A type of venomous snake, often associated with the Egyptian cobra, Naja haje, which is believed to have been used by Cleopatra to commit suicide.

Legend has it that Cleopatra used an asp to end her life, allowing the snake to bite her.

Any venomous snake, especially in historical or literary contexts.

In medieval bestiaries, the asp was depicted as a deadly guardian of treasure.

aspadjective

Relating to or characteristic of an asp (the snake).

The scientists studied asp venom to develop new antivenoms.