serpent

/ˈsɜrpənt/
adjective
  1. Resembling or characteristic of a snake; sinuous or winding.
    • The old road had a serpent shape as it climbed the mountain.
    • The river took a serpent path through the valley.
    • Her serpent movements on the dance floor mesmerized the audience.
noun
  1. A large snake, especially one that is venomous or legendary.
    • The hiker froze when he saw a serpent coiled on the trail ahead.
    • The ancient myth told of a giant serpent guarding the golden apples.
    • A green serpent slithered silently through the tall grass.
  2. A person who is treacherous or deceitful.
    • She called him a serpent after he betrayed her trust.
    • Beware of that serpent in the office; he will smile at you while stabbing you in the back.
    • In the story, the villain is a smooth-talking serpent who tricks everyone.
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