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Definition of javan spitting cobra
javan spitting cobra
Plural:javan spitting cobras
javan spitting cobra Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A highly venomous species of elapid snake native to the Indonesian islands of Java and the Lesser Sunda Islands, distinguished by its ability to defensively spray venom into the eyes of an attacker.
Example
"During the herpetology expedition in Indonesia, researchers maintained a safe distance to avoid the blinding venom spray of the Javan spitting cobra."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Named for its native habitat primarily on the Indonesian island of Java, combined with its defensive behavior of propelling venom from its fangs. The word 'cobra' derives from the Portuguese 'cobra de capelo' (snake with a hood).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Javan spitting cobra. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/javan spitting cobra