1. a large venomous snake found in Central and South America

Examples

• The bushmaster is one of the most dangerous snakes in the Amazon rainforest.
• Researchers studied the hunting behavior of the bushmaster in its natural habitat.
• The bushmaster can grow up to twelve feet in length.
• Local guides warned hikers about the presence of bushmasters in the area.
• The bushmaster’s venom is highly toxic to humans.
• Wildlife photographers captured rare footage of a bushmaster in the wild.