Serpentining: meaning, definitions and examples
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serpentining
[ ˈsɜːrpəntɪnɪŋ ]
movement pattern
To serpentining means to move in a winding or twisting manner, similar to how a snake moves. This term often describes the act of navigating through obstacles in a curvy or zigzagging path. The motion can be used both literally and figuratively, as it can refer to physical movements or abstract processes that involve twists and turns.
Synonyms
twisting, winding, zigzagging.
Examples of usage
- The dancer moved serpentining across the stage.
- The road serpentining through the mountains was breathtaking.
- He was serpentining through the crowd to reach the exit.
Translations
Translations of the word "serpentining" in other languages:
🇵🇹 serpenteante
🇮🇳 नागिन
🇩🇪 schlängelnd
🇮🇩 melingkar
🇺🇦 змієподібний
🇵🇱 wężowaty
🇯🇵 蛇行する
🇫🇷 serpentin
🇪🇸 serpenteante
🇹🇷 yılan gibi
🇰🇷 뱀처럼
🇸🇦 متعرج
🇨🇿 hadí
🇸🇰 hadí
🇨🇳 蛇行的
🇸🇮 žabji
🇮🇸 snákalíka
🇰🇿 жылан тәрізді
🇬🇪 მოჭრილი
🇦🇿 sürünən
🇲🇽 serpenteante
Etymology
The word 'serpentining' is derived from the word 'serpent', which originates from the Latin 'serpens' meaning 'a snake'. The term has been used in English literature since the 17th century. It initially referred directly to the movement of snakes, which is characterized by a sinuous, undulating locomotion. As the language evolved, the term began to be applied more broadly to describe any twisting or winding movement, whether in the physical realm or in abstract concepts. The imagery associated with serpents has been historically rich in various cultures, often symbolizing stealth, transformation, and mystery, which adds layers of meaning to the verb 'serpentining'. This evolution reflects the flexibility and adaptability of language as it engenders new contexts and applications.