Assertion: gila monster | /r/CapableOf | use its venomous bite
Facets:
value: as a defense mechanism
type: PURPOSE
value: most likely
type: DEGREE
value: to immobilize prey
type: PURPOSE
Source sentences:
text: The Gila monster is a tenacious biter, using its venomous bite to immobilize prey, and to defend itself against predators.
text: It does not appear to inject venom into prey; instead, it most likely uses its venomous bite as a defense mechanism.