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    Pitón (en. Piton)

    /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.