boa
noun
\ ˈbō-ə
\
\
Definition of boa
1
: any of a family (Boidae) of large snakes that kill by constriction and that includes the boa constrictor, anaconda, and python
2
: a long fluffy scarf
Examples of boa in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Other DragCon attendees posted photos of themselves standing beside an Elizabeth Warren cardboard cutout draped with a rainbow boa. — Tim Fitzsimons, NBC News, "Elizabeth Warren goes after LGBTQ vote with booth at DragCon," 9 Sep. 2019 La Catrina, who dons a large hat and flouncy boa, is the queen of the underworld. — Elizabeth Chang, Washington Post, "The best souvenirs to bring home from 10 countries," 2 July 2019 After walking the carpet and enjoying the Met Gala, Kylie did a complete outfit change for the after party, slipping into a sparkly blue dress with blue feather boa. — Gianluca Russo, Teen Vogue, "Kylie Jenner Changed Into a Blue Wig For Her Met Gala 2019 After Party Look," 7 May 2019 John, the guy who put the boa and tiara on the roof cow? — Kevin Fisher-paulson, SFChronicle.com, "March with a sense of history, and pride," 25 June 2019 Sasha stepped out wearing the Crimini Dress by Reformation in a brown boa print, paired with white sneakers that kept the overall look cool and casual. — Mekita Rivas, refinery29.com, "Sasha Obama Proved That Slip Dresses & Sneakers Are The Ultimate Summer Outfit Formula," 20 June 2019 Barbie Musgraves accented the look even further with a feather boa and a beauty transformation, going platinum from her natural brunette to suit her character's signature shade of blonde. — Carrie Goldberg, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kacey Musgraves Is a Literal Barbie Doll on the Met Gala Red Carpet," 7 May 2019 In brief moments throughout the visual, Woods and Moore lean into the old school glamour of James’s heyday by donning feather boas and sequined gowns. — Rachel Hahn, Vogue, "Indya Moore Has a Mesmerizing Fashion Moment in Jamila Woods’s New Video," 4 Apr. 2019 Perhaps with feather boa cuffs (cut one apart and sew for simple bracelets), a wide belt, and even a touch of fun face paint or makeup? — Taysha Murtaugh, Country Living, "How to Make a Wicked-Easy Witch Costume for Halloween," 1 Aug. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'boa.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Keep scrolling for more
Keep scrolling for more
More Definitions for boa
boa
noun
English Language Learners Definition of boa
: a long scarf that is made of fur, feathers, or cloth
See the full definition for boa in the English Language Learners Dictionary
boa
noun
\ ˈbō-ə
\
\
Kids Definition of boa
: a large snake (as a python) that coils around and crushes its prey
Keep scrolling for more