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Definition of mole snake
mole snake
Plural:mole snakes
mole snake Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
South African A large, non-venomous constrictor snake native to southern Africa, characterized by its pointed snout used for burrowing and a diet consisting primarily of rodents and moles.
Example
"While exploring the fynbos biome in the Western Cape, the researchers observed a large, dark mole snake sliding into an underground burrow."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from its primary diet and behavior; the snake frequently preys on golden moles and rodent moles, often burrowing underground to find them in its native African habitat.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mole snake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mole snake