noun
- a wound caused by the bite of a snake
- the poisoning that results from being bitten by a venomous snake
Examples
- The hiker was rushed to the hospital after suffering a snakebite on his ankle.
- Snakebite can be fatal if not treated quickly with antivenom.
- She examined the puncture wounds to determine if it was really a snakebite.
- The doctor specialized in treating snakebite victims in rural areas.
- Most snakebites occur when people accidentally step on or handle snakes.
- The symptoms of snakebite include swelling, pain, and difficulty breathing.