Pitón (en. Python)

/piˈton/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A constrictor snake that belongs to the family Boidae.
The python is capable of killing its prey by wrapping it with its body.
El pitón es capaz de matar a su presa envolviéndola con su cuerpo.
In some contexts, it can refer to a tube or pipe that has a large diameter.
A large python was used for the experiment.
Se utilizó un pitón de gran tamaño para el experimento.

Etymology

From the French 'python', which refers to a large snake.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To be like a python
To refer to someone who is very agile or moves stealthily.
ser como un pitón
To have python skin
To describe something very resistant or of great durability.
tener la piel de pitón

Related Words

Boa
A constrictor snake similar to pythons.
boa
Snake
An elongated, limbless reptile.
serpiente

Slang Meanings

To have a strong or dominant character.
That boy is a python in the class.
Ese chico es un pitón en la clase.
Someone who holds onto things tightly.
Don’t be a python, let it go.
No seas pitón, suéltalo.