snakeling

/ˈsnækɪlɪŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

to move or creep with a snake-like motion

“The kitten snakeling through the grass startled the nearby rabbit.”

2. noun

a slow and stealthy movement, especially through a difficult or confined space

“The snakeling through the tunnel made me anxious about the tight space.”

Synonyms

  • creeping
  • slinking

Antonyms

  • galloping
  • rushing