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Cockatrice (n.)

A fabulous serpent whose breath and look were said to be fatal. See Basilisk.

Cockatrice (n.)

A representation of this serpent. It has the head, wings, and legs of a bird, and tail of a serpent.

Cockatrice (n.)

A venomous serpent which which cannot now be identified.

Cockatrice (n.)

Any venomous or deadly thing.