viper

• Существительное, обозначающее группу ядовитых змей, в основном встречающихся в Старом Свете, отличающихся длинными полыми клыками, впрыскивающими яд.

A noun referring to a group of venomous snakes, primarily found in the Old World, distinguished by their long, hollow fangs that inject venom.

1. B2formal

   A family of venomous snakes, typically found in the Old World, known for having long, hollow fangs that inject venom.

   Ядовитая змея

   • The viper struck its prey with incredible speed.
   • Hikers are warned to watch for vipers in rocky areas.
   • The zoo has a special exhibit featuring various vipers.

   Synonymsadderasp

2. Treacherous personC1informal

   A person who is considered malicious, treacherous, or deceitful.

   Коварный человек

   • He was a viper in the office, spreading rumors about everyone.
   • She turned out to be a viper, betraying her closest friend.
   • The politician was described as a viper by his opponents.

   Synonymsbetrayerdouble-crosserjudasserpentsnaketraitor

   Antonymsallyconfidantfriend