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| ser·pen·tine [ súrpən tn, súrpən tn ] |
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1. winding: winding and twisting, with many bends and curves
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2. resembling snake: like a snake in motion or shape
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3. cunning: untrustworthy and cunning, as a snake is conventionally thought to be
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4. mathematics curving: relating to or being a complex curve that is symmetrical about the x-axis and has a convex central part
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minerals green or brown mineral: a dull green or brownish mineral consisting of hydrous magnesium silicate. Use: ornamental stone.
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| [14th century. Via French< late Latin serpentinus< Latin serpent- (see serpent)] |
