noun🔗ShareAny of various arachnids of the order Scorpiones, related to the spiders, characterised by two large front pincers and a curved tail with a venomous sting in the end."The peasants put two scorpions in a large bottle, and then take wagers as to which will win the struggle. Slowly the scorpions circle each other, until one lashes out at the other, and strikes him dead."animalinsectorganismnaturebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAn ancient military engine for hurling stones and other missiles."The army used a scorpion to hurl stones at the enemy fortress walls. "militaryweaponmachinehistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA very spiteful or vindictive person."After being unfairly fired, Maria became a scorpion, determined to make her former boss regret his decision. "characterpersonnegativeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA cheerleading move in which one foot is pulled back and held up with both hands while the performer stands on the other foot."During cheerleading practice, Maya perfected her scorpion, balancing gracefully while holding her foot high above her head. "sportdanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA whip with points like a scorpion's tail."The teacher used a colorful scorpion to illustrate the sharp points on the new math problem. "weaponmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
