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, Apr 23, 10:35:47
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- 2adders are extinct......
Posted By: Cheltenham_Canary, Apr 23, 10:39:24 - maybe adders used to be called "wasps"
Posted By: Charles21, Apr 23, 10:37:33
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