serpent

noun
UK: /ˈsɜː.pənt/
US: /ˈsɝː.pənt/

  1. A snake, especially a large or poisonous one.

    1. A long serpent was lying on the road.
    2. The ancient mariners feared the sea serpent lurking beneath the waves.

  2. A sly or treacherous person.

    1. He is a serpent; do not trust him.
    2. Beware of the serpent in your midst, disguising their true intentions with smiles.

Synonyms

snake viper reptile traitor
serpent verb

  1. To move or wind like a snake.

    1. The road serpent through the mountains.
    2. The river serpent gracefully through the valley, carving its path over centuries.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "serpent" in English means: A snake, especially a large or poisonous one., A sly or treacherous person..

The phonetic transcription of "serpent" is /ˈsɜː.pənt/ in British English and /ˈsɝː.pənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "serpent": snake, viper, reptile, traitor.

Example usage of "serpent": "A long serpent was lying on the road.". More examples on the page.