boas

Meanings

• noun

  Snake with long, flexible body, found mainly in Central and South America, used traditionally by some indigenous peoples as a hunting tool.

  - "The boa constrictor is a large and powerful snake."
  - "Boas are popular in zoos and wildlife parks."
  - "Indigenous peoples in South America have used boas as hunting tools for centuries."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with boas
hoes , oesophagus , moes

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Variants

List of all variants of boas that leads to same result
Boas , Franz Boas , boa , boas

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Etymology

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From Portuguese 'boa', meaning 'good' or 'beautiful'. The name refers to the physical appearance and perceived qualities of these snakes.

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Trivia

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1. Boas are the largest group of snakes, with over 70 different species.

2. Boas can be found in a variety of habitats, from rainforests to deserts.

3. The longest recorded boa constrictor was over 33 feet long.

4. Boas are not venomous, but they can deliver a painful bite if provoked.

5. Boas are often kept as pets, but they require special care and attention.

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Related Concepts

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1. Serpents: Boas are a type of serpent or snake, characterized by their long, flexible bodies and ability to constrict their prey.

2. Constrictor snakes: Boas are a type of constrictor snake, which means they kill their prey by squeezing it to death.

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Culture

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Boas have been an important part of the cultures and traditions of various indigenous peoples in Central and South America. They have been used for hunting, food, clothing, and as symbols of power and prestige.

How to Memorize "boas"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long, flexible snake with a beautiful, patterned body.
   - Visualize the way a boa constrictor squeezes its prey to immobilize it.
   - Think about the various colors and patterns that can be found on the bodies of different boa species.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'boa' with the image of a beautiful, powerful snake.
   - Remember that boas are used for hunting and are an important part of many indigenous cultures.
   - Think about the contrast between the soft, flexible body of a boa and the power and strength it possesses.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Big Beautiful Animals Squeeze Tightly' to remember that boas are Big, Beautiful Animals that Squeeze Tightly around their prey.
   - Create a mental image of a boa with a beautiful pattern on its body, wrapped around a tree or a branch, waiting to hunt.
   - Use the rhyme 'Boas go with hoes, and grow where the roses grow' to help remember the word.

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