Search Dictionary
Definition of shield-nosed cobra

shield-nosed cobra

Plural:shield-nosed cobras
JUMP TO:

• noun

1

A small, highly venomous elapid snake belonging to the genus Aspidelaps (particularly Aspidelaps scutatus), native to the sandy regions and deserts of southern Africa, characterized by a large, hardened scale on its snout used for burrowing.

Example

"During a nighttime survey in the Kalahari Desert, the herpetologist documented a shield-nosed cobra emerging from the loose sand."

• Nearby Words

shh
shiba
shield
shield-nosed cobra
shield-tailed agama
shield-tailed snake
shielder

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shield-nosed cobra. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shield--nosed-cobra
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.