Copperhead Definition & Meaning

copperhead
noun
  1. common coppery brown pit viper of upland eastern United States
  2. venomous but sluggish reddish-brown snake of Australia

"Copperhead" in song lyrics

See how copperhead is used in real songs:

  • "northern copperhead"
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  • "baby copperhead"
    AOL — AOL
  • "hatchling copperhead"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "copperhead"

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