English dictionary

boa

/'b/oU//@/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a long thin fluffy scarf of feathers or fur

noun.artifact

Synonyms feather boa

Source: WordNet 3.0
any of several chiefly tropical constrictors with vestigial hind limbs

noun.animal

Source: WordNet 3.0
A genus of large American serpents, including the boa constrictor, the emperor boa of Mexico (<i>B. imperator</i>), and the chevalier boa of Peru (<i>B. eques</i>).

noun

Source: webster1913