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serpentine

/ˈsəːpəntaɪn/ /ˈsɚːpəntaɪn/ /ˈsɜːpəntaɪn/ /ˈsɝːpəntaɪn/

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noun

蛇根草，解蛇毒草药。

Any of several plants believed to cure snakebites.

Examples :

"The herbalist recommended serpentine as a traditional remedy for poisoning, though modern medicine offers more reliable treatments. "

这位草药医生推荐蛇根草作为一种传统的解毒剂，尽管现代医学提供了更可靠的疗法。

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noun

蛇炮

An early form of cannon, used in the 16th century.

Examples :

"During the historical reenactment, the soldiers carefully loaded the serpentine with gunpowder before firing. "

在历史重演中，士兵们小心翼翼地将火药装入蛇炮，然后才开火。

military weapon history

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noun

蛇形花炮, 蛇炮

A kind of firework.

Examples :

"At the summer festival, my little brother loved watching the brightly colored serpentine shoot into the air. "

在夏日祭上，我弟弟最喜欢看那些色彩鲜艳的蛇炮嗖嗖地射向天空。

entertainment item

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noun

蛇形冷凝管，盘管。

A coiled distillation tube.

Examples :

"The chemistry student carefully adjusted the serpentine to ensure efficient condensation of the vapor. "

化学系学生小心地调整着蛇形冷凝管，以确保蒸汽能够高效冷凝。

chemistry device utensil technology science

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noun

蛇形线

Any of several related cubic curves; anguinea

Examples :

"The mathematician studied the properties of the serpentine, a type of cubic curve, to understand its unique shape. "

数学家研究了蛇形线的性质，这种三次曲线的独特形状让他很感兴趣。

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verb

蜿蜒，迂回。

To serpentize; to turn or bend; to meander.

Examples :

"The path through the park serpentized around the lake, winding its way to the entrance. "

公园里的小路沿着湖边蜿蜒而行，一路曲折地通往入口。

nature geography

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adjective

蛇的，像蛇的.

Of, pertaining to, or characteristic of snakes.

Examples :

"The dancer's movements had a serpentine grace, flowing like a snake across the stage. "

那位舞者的舞姿有着蛇一般的优雅，像一条蛇一样在舞台上流动。

animal nature biology

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adjective

狡猾的，阴险的

Of, or having attributes associated with, the serpent referred to in the book of Genesis in the Bible, such as craftiness or deceitfulness.

Examples :

"The wily criminal was known for his serpentine behavior."

那个狡猾的罪犯以其像蛇一般阴险狡诈的行径而闻名。

character religion mythology theology soul moral

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adjective

蜿蜒的，蛇形的。

Having the form or shape of a snake.

Examples :

"There are serpentine species of lizards which do not have legs."

有些蛇形蜥蜴是没有腿的。

animal appearance nature biology

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adjective

蜿蜒的，弯弯曲曲的

Curving in alternate directions; sinuous.

Examples :

"The serpentine path through the mountains was narrow and dangerous."

穿过山脉的蜿蜒小路既狭窄又危险。

nature appearance

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noun

蛇纹石, 蛇纹岩

Any of several green/brown minerals consisting of a magnesium and iron silicates that have similar layered crystal structure.

Examples :

"The sculptor polished the serpentine to bring out its swirling patterns of green and brown. "

雕塑家打磨蛇纹石，使其绿色和棕色的漩涡状纹理更加突出。

mineral geology material substance

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noun

蛇纹岩地区，蛇绿岩带

An outcrop or region with soil and rock dominated by these minerals.

Examples :

"The serpentine outcrop near the school playground was a difficult area for the children to navigate. "

学校操场附近的蛇纹岩地区对孩子们来说很难行走。

geology mineral environment nature