Definitions
n. a long reptile without legs
蛇
v. to move or extend along a winding path
蜿蜒延伸；曲折前行
Example
A small snake slid quietly through the dry grass.
一条小蛇悄悄滑过干草丛。
Although snakes often cause fear, they help maintain ecological balance by controlling populations of rodents and other animals.
虽然蛇常令人恐惧，但它们通过控制啮齿动物及其他动物的数量，帮助维持生态平衡。
Collocations
- a poisonous snake
- a snake bite
- snake through
Word family
- snakelike (adj.)
Usage tip
作动词表示蜿蜒，常搭配through或along。
FAQ
- What does snake mean?
- a long reptile without legs to move or extend along a winding path
- How is snake pronounced?
- UK /sneɪk/, US /sneɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
