Search Dictionary
Definition of glossy snake

glossy snake

Plural:glossy snakes
JUMP TO:

glossy snake Lexical Profile

• noun

1

North American A medium-sized, non-venomous colubrid snake native to the arid and semiarid regions of the southwestern United States and Mexico, characterized by its smooth, highly polished scales and a faded, blotched pattern.

Example

"During our night hike in the Mojave Desert, we spotted a glossy snake actively foraging for sleeping lizards in the sand."

• Nearby Words

glory lily
glory of the snow
glorybush
glossy snake
glove
glowworm
gloxinia

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'glossy' (from 'gloss' + '-y') and the noun 'snake' (from Old English 'snaca'). The common name directly references the snake's notably smooth, highly polished scales.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Glossy snake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/glossy snake
Wordmom is your complete guide to the English language. Whether you're looking up a definition, searching for the perfect synonym, or unscrambling letters for a word game, our comprehensive suite of tools is designed to help you find the right word, every time.
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®, Words With Friends®, Wordle®, and related game titles or tournament codes are registered trademarks of their respective owners (including Hasbro, Mattel, Zynga, The New York Times, NASPA, and WESPA). Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes, not affiliated with, sponsored, or endorsed by these entities. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use for compatibility.