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.
Stratagem
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An artifice or trick in war for deceiving the enemy; hence, ingeneral, artifice; deceptive device; secret plot; evil machination.Fit for treasons, stratagems, and spoils. Shak.Those oft are stratagems which error seem, Nor is it Homer nods, butwe that dream. Pope.
Stratagem meaning & definition 1 of Stratagem.
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a carefully planned way of achieving or dealing with something, often involving a trick:
Stratagem meaning & definition 2 of Stratagem.
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A plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end.
Stratagem meaning & definition 3 of Stratagem.
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