viper

• Nom désignant un groupe de serpents venimeux, principalement présents dans l'Ancien Monde, caractérisés par de longs crochets creux qui injectent du venin.

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.

   vipère

   • 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.

   Synonymesadderasp

2. Treacherous personC1informal

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

   Personne perfide

   • 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.

   Synonymesbetrayerdouble-crosserjudasserpentsnaketraitor

   Antonymesallyconfidantfriend