"snake"の定義と意味

Snake

名詞

ヘビ, 蛇

a legless, long, and thin animal whose bite may be dangerous

What is a "snake"?

A snake is a legless reptile characterized by its elongated body and unique ability to slither. It comes in various sizes, colors, and patterns, adapting to different environments worldwide. The snake has a flexible jaw structure that allows it to consume prey larger than its own head size. It is carnivorous, feeding on a wide range of animals such as rodents, birds, and insects. Some snake species possess venomous fangs for capturing and subduing their prey, while others rely on constriction. Snakes play essential roles in ecosystems as both predators and prey, contributing to the ecological balance. Despite being often misunderstood, snakes are fascinating creatures with remarkable adaptations that enable them to thrive in diverse habitats.

Example

Snakes use their tongues to smell their surroundings.

The snake shed its old skin to grow a new one.

Snakes are cold-blooded animals, relying on external sources to regulate their body temperature.

ヘビ, 柔軟なもの

something long, thin, and flexible that resembles a snake

パイプスネーク, フレキシブルクリーナー

a long flexible steel coil for dislodging stoppages in curved pipes

ヘビ, スネーク

a long faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near the equator stretching between Virgo and Cancer

ヘビ, 詐欺師

a dishonest person with the tendency to deceive people for personal gain

Example

Do n't be fooled by his charm, he 's a snake in disguise.

Watch out for him, he 's a snake who ca n't be trusted.

She realized too late that her business partner was a snake, coiling around her trust with false promises and secret schemes to undermine her success.

to snake

動詞

滑る, 蛇行する

move smoothly and sinuously, like a snake

うねる, 蛇行する

move along a winding path

蛇行する, 蛇のように曲がる

form a snake-like pattern

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