An adder's sting is less dangerous than that of a wasp.
Adder bites have been called 'stings' since time immemorial. It's even in the King James version of the Bible (1611).
Posted By: Ralf Scrampton on April 23rd 2009 at 10:35:47
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- An adder's sting is less dangerous than that of a wasp. (General Chat) - Ralf Scrampton, Apr 23, 10:35:47
- adders are extinct...... (General Chat) - Cheltenham_Canary, Apr 23, 10:39:24
- I saw one last summer in Granchester Meadows. (General Chat) - CB41, Apr 23, 11:02:56
- see emily play...... (General Chat) - Cheltenham_Canary, Apr 23, 11:04:51
- I saw one last summer in Granchester Meadows. (General Chat) - CB41, Apr 23, 11:02:56
- maybe adders used to be called "wasps" (n/m) (General Chat) - Charles21, Apr 23, 10:37:33
- adders are extinct...... (General Chat) - Cheltenham_Canary, Apr 23, 10:39:24
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