serpent
Translation
serpent, snake, treacherous person
Examples
A mythical serpent guarded the ancient treasure.
A mythical serpent guarded the ancient treasure.
He turned out to be a serpent in disguise.
He turned out to be a serpent in disguise.
Grammar Patterns
(countable noun) a serpent A mythical serpent guarded the ancient treasure.
Similar Words
Synonyms: snake, viper
Etymology
From Latin 'serpens' (creeping thing), from the verb 'serpere' (to creep).
Memory Tips
'Serpent' sounds more literary or mythical than 'snake'. Imagine a large, ancient creature.