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snaking

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈneɪkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈsneɪkɪŋ/

noun
Definition

A movement or arrangement that resembles the winding or curving path of a snake.


Example

The snaking path through the forest made the hike more interesting.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the new park design?
Sloth B
Yeah, I love how they included a snaking path through the trees.
Sloth A
It makes the whole area feel more natural and inviting.
Sloth B
Exactly! I can't wait to walk along that snaking trail.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
twisting
winding
curving
Antonyms
straightening
linear
direct
verb
Definition

To move in a winding or twisting manner, similar to how a snake moves.


Example

The river was snaking through the valley, creating beautiful curves.


Tense Forms

Past: snaked

Past Participle: snaked


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that cat snaking through the bushes?
Sloth B
Yeah, it looked like it was on a mission!
Sloth A
I wonder if it's hunting for something to eat.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Snaking originates from the word 'snake' (from Old English 'snaca', meaning a serpent or snake) combined with the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). The term 'snaking' refers to the action of moving in a winding or serpentine manner, similar to how a snake moves.

Memory Tip

Imagine a snake moving in a winding way — that's what 'snaking' means, as it describes the action of moving like a snake.

Visually Confused Words
sneaking
soaking
slaking
sinking
shaking
sarking
sacking
nanking
Is this page helpful?
Probably! Cats always seem to have that sneaky vibe.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
slithering
winding
sinuating
Antonyms
straightening
uncoiling
untwisting