anˈɡaɪn

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a sickly or unhealthy appearance; pale or wan, especially due to illness or lack of vitality.

“The patient looked anguine and weak from the long illness.”

2. noun

A snake, especially a venomous one.

“The anguine creature slithered through the grass.”

3. noun

A type of serpent or snake.

“The ancient myth described the anguine as a symbol of power.”

4. noun

A quality of being sickly or unhealthy.

“The air had an anguine quality to it, making everyone feel ill.”