Boa
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbəʊ.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Boa is a noun meaning 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.
Meaning
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.
More Meanings
- A type of long scarf; typically made from synthetic or real feathers (or occasionally fur), and usually worn by being draped across the shoulders with the ends hanging low, sometimes also with a loop around the neck.
Example Sentences
Do not take up your boa as if it were the rope with which you meant to hang yourself; nor wrap your shawl round you as if it were your shroud.
Word Forms
- boas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include snake, constrictor, scarf, neckwear, fob, cor.
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