viperine

adjective

vi·​per·​ine ˈvī-pə-ˌrīn How to pronounce viperine (audio)
: of, relating to, or resembling a viper : venomous

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1550, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of viperine was circa 1550

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Cite this Entry

“Viperine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viperine. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

viperine

adjective
vi·​per·​ine ˈvī-pə-ˌrīn How to pronounce viperine (audio)
: of, relating to, or resembling a viper

Medical Definition

viperine

adjective
vi·​per·​ine ˈvī-pə-ˌrīn How to pronounce viperine (audio)
: of, relating to, or resembling a viper : venomous
viperine snakes
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