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creeper

 

[ ˈkriːpər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

Minecraft character

A Creeper is a hostile mob in the popular game Minecraft. It is known for its distinctive green color, four legs, and the ability to explode when it gets close to the player. Creepers are one of the most iconic enemies in the game and are often feared by players due to their destructive nature.

Synonyms

creature, enemy, mob.

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Word Description / Examples
creeper

Typically used in video games, especially in Minecraft, to describe a specific type of enemy that silently approaches and explodes near players. It can also be used to describe a weird or unsettling person in conversation.

  • Watch out! There's a creeper behind you in Minecraft.
  • That guy at the party was such a creeper.
mob

Often used in video games to describe a group of hostile creatures. It can also refer to a large crowd of people, usually with a negative connotation implying chaos or aggression.

  • The hero fought off the mob of zombies in the game.
  • The protesters turned into a mob when the announcement was made.
enemy

Used to refer to an opponent or adversary in various contexts such as personal conflicts, warfare, or sports. It carries a negative connotation.

  • He quickly identified his biggest enemy in the courtroom.
  • The soldiers prepared to face the enemy in battle.
creature

A general term used to describe any living being, often in the context of animals or mythical beings. It does not carry an inherently negative connotation.

  • A strange creature was seen in the woods last night.
  • The movie was about a mythical creature that lived in the ocean.

Examples of usage

  • The Creeper silently approaches the player before exploding.
  • Watch out for the Creeper lurking in the shadows.
  • The Creeper's explosion can cause significant damage to structures.

Translations

Translations of the word "creeper" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rastejador

🇮🇳 रेंगने वाला पौधा

🇩🇪 Kriechpflanze

🇮🇩 tanaman merambat

🇺🇦 повзуча рослина

🇵🇱 pnącze

🇯🇵 クリーパー

🇫🇷 plante grimpante

🇪🇸 enredadera

🇹🇷 sürüngen bitki

🇰🇷 크리퍼

🇸🇦 نبات زاحف

🇨🇿 popínavá rostlina

🇸🇰 popínavá rastlina

🇨🇳 爬行植物

🇸🇮 plezalec

🇮🇸 skriðplanta

🇰🇿 жорғалаушы өсімдік

🇬🇪 მცოცავი მცენარე

🇦🇿 sürünən bitki

🇲🇽 enredadera

Etymology

The term 'Creeper' originated from the game Minecraft, where it was introduced as a unique enemy character. The name 'Creeper' reflects the stealthy and explosive nature of this mob, adding an element of surprise and danger to the gameplay. Over time, the Creeper has become an iconic symbol of the Minecraft universe, representing both challenge and excitement for players.

See also: creep, creepily, creeping, creepy.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,858, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.