The Clue
Hooded menaces (4 letter answer)
The Answer
ASPS
Tags
Notes
The answer ASPS is seen frequently, appearing about once every 70 puzzles.
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Egyptian snakes
Egyptian threats
Hieroglyphic figures
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Reptiles of the genus Naja haje
Their bite means "Good night"
Definition
ASP as a noun:
1. (asp, asp viper, Vipera aspis) = of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder
2. (asp, Egyptian cobra, Naja haje) = cobra used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over life and death