A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Threaten
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To use threats, or menaces; also, to have a threateningappearance.Though the seas threaten, they are merciful. Shak.
Threaten meaning & definition 1 of Threaten.
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State ones intention to take hostile action against (someone) in retribution for something done or not done.
Threaten meaning & definition 2 of Threaten.
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to tell someone that you will kill or hurt them or cause problems if they do not do what you want:
Threaten meaning & definition 3 of Threaten.
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