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 serpent serpent /ˈsɝːpənt/

noun

  1. () Limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous  ( ophidian , serpent , snake )
    limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous
     The snake is a legless reptile that is known for its ability to slither and move quickly through a variety of environments
    The snake is a legless reptile that is known for its ability to slither and move quickly through a variety of environments
  2. An obsolete bass cornet; resembles a snake  ( serpent )
    an obsolete bass cornet; resembles a snake
     The museum displayed a serpent, an obsolete bass cornet that had a snakelike appearance.
    The museum displayed a serpent, an obsolete bass cornet that had a snakelike appearance.
  3. A firework that moves in serpentine manner when ignited  ( serpent )
    a firework that moves in serpentine manner when ignited