Boa /(bō"ȧ)/

Bo·a

Boa

n.

pl. Boas

  1. A genus of large American serpents, including the boa constrictor, the emperor boa of Mexico (Boa imperator), and the chevalier boa of Peru (Boa eques). (Zool.)
  2. A long, round fur tippet; -- so called from its resemblance in shape to the boa constrictor.