nonvenomous
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Mr. Bjelica’s research is focused on dice snakes, a nonvenomous, fish-loving species found from Western Europe all the way to western China.
From New York Times
Australia, for instance, has more venomous snakes than nonvenomous ones.
From Scientific American
Despite their fears, the garter snake is a nonvenomous species, and as its other moniker suggests, helps keep gardens clear of other pests by preying on them.
From Washington Times
It can be a matter of safety, especially if someone says a snake is nonvenomous when it isn't.
From Scientific American
Officials said 124 snakes, both venomous and nonvenomous, were removed from the home.
From Washington Post
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