snaky

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The word "snaky" is an adjective that describes something that looks like or has qualities similar to a snake. It often refers to shapes that are long, winding, or curved, similar to how a snake moves.

Simple Definition:

• Snaky: resembling a snake in appearance or movement; curvy and winding.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "snaky" to describe objects, paths, or shapes that are not straight but twist and turn like a snake.

Examples:

1. Descriptive Example: "The river took a snaky path through the valley, winding around the hills."
2. In Nature: "The snaky branches of the tree reached out in all directions."
3. In Art: "The artist painted snaky lines that gave the artwork a feeling of movement."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "snaky" can also describe behavior that is deceitful or tricky, similar to how people sometimes view snakes in stories and myths.

Word Variants:

• Snake (noun): the animal itself.
• Snake-like (adjective): similar to a snake, often used interchangeably with "snaky."

Different Meanings:

1. Physical Appearance: As described above, something that is curved or winding.
2. Figurative Meaning: Someone who is deceitful or untrustworthy may also be described as "snaky."

Synonyms:

• Winding
• Curvy
• Serpentine
• Twisted

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While there aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs that include "snaky," you might hear phrases like: - "Snake in the grass": This means someone who is deceitful or hidden, often in a way that is not immediately obvious. - "Snake your way through": This means to move through something in a twisting or winding manner, often used when talking about navigating through obstacles.

Summary:

"Snaky" is a versatile word primarily used to describe shapes or paths that are not straight and have twists and turns, but it can also refer to deceitful behavior.

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Adjective

1. resembling a serpent in form
   • a serpentine wall
   • snaky ridges in the sand

Synonyms

• serpentine
• snakelike