snakeline

English

noun
Definitions
  • (nautical) A small line wrapped around two ropes in order to keep them together.
  • (zoology) The elongated, sinuous body-shape associated with snakes.

Etymology

Compound from English snake + English line (figure, stated positions of a political religious group).

Origin

English

line

Gloss

figure, stated positions of a political religious group

Kanji

姿

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