Answer:

defang

Answer	Crossword Clue
DEFANG	Neutralize, as a cobra
DEFANG	Neutralize a cobra
DEFANG	Render harmless, as a snake

DEFANG	Make ineffectual
DEFANG	Make a snake nonvenomous, e.g.
DEFANG	Make harmless, in a way
DEFANG	Render harmless
DEFANG	Take a bite out of?

Crossword

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