noun
- snakes; members of the suborder Ophidia
Usage: scientific; formal
Examples
- The herpetologist studied various ophidians in their natural habitat.
- Ophidians are characterized by their elongated bodies and lack of limbs.
- The zoo’s reptile house features several species of ophidians.
- Many ophidians are venomous and should be approached with caution.
- The research focused on the evolutionary history of ophidians.
- Ophidians play important roles in their ecosystems as both predators and prey.