Search Dictionary
Definition of bushmaster

bushmaster

/ˈbʊʃˌmæstər/
bush · mas · ter
Plural:bushmasters
JUMP TO:

bushmaster Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A large, highly venomous pit viper of the genus Lachesis, native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, distinguished as the longest venomous snake in the Western Hemisphere.

Example

"While trekking through the deep Amazon rainforest, the biologists carefully scanned the undergrowth to avoid accidentally stepping on a resting bushmaster."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for bushmaster

• Nearby Words

bushland
bushlike
bushman
bushmaster
bushmeat
bushshrike
bushtit

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century as a compound of 'bush' and 'master', literally translating its perceived status as the formidable ruler of the tropical forest undergrowth.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bushmaster. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bushmaster
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.