Definitions

1. noun

a long, slender, legless reptile with a forked tongue and no limbs, that moves by crawling or slithering.

“The snake wrapped itself around the tree trunk.”

2. verb

to move or twist in a sinuous or winding manner, typically in a threatening or menacing way.

“The snake hissed and began to snake through the grass.”

3. verb

to steal or obtain (something, especially money) by deceitful or underhand means.

“He snaked his way into our bank account by posing as a financial advisor.”