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Definition of palestinian viper

palestinian viper

Plural:Palestinian vipers
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palestinian viper Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A highly venomous snake species (Daboia palaestinae) endemic to the Levant region of the Middle East, characterized by a stout body, a V-shaped mark on its head, and a distinct zig-zag dorsal pattern.

Example

"Due to its proximity to agricultural areas and potent venom, the Palestinian viper is considered one of the most medically significant snake species in its native range."

• Nearby Words

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palermo
palestine
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palette
palimpsestic
pallas viper

Word Origin & Etymology

The common name derives from its native habitat in the historical region of Palestine, combined with the word 'viper', which traces back through Old French to the Latin 'vipera' (live-bearing snake).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Palestinian viper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/palestinian viper
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