serpentine
noun. [ feminine ] /serpen’tina/ (percorso) serpentine , winding.
What is a serpentine road?
Serpentine design refers to the use of a winding street pattern with built–in visual enhancements through a neighborhood, which allow for through movements while forcing vehicles to slow. This type of design can be more expensive than other traffic calming options and needs to be coordinated with driveway access.
Where did the word serpentine come from?
serpentine (n.) c. 1400, “plant reputed to contain antivenom,” from Old French serpentin name of a precious stone, noun use of adjective meaning “of a snake, snake-like; sly, deceptive,” from Late Latin serpentius “of a serpent,” from Latin serpentem (nominative serpens) “snake” (see serpent).
What serpentina can cure?
Rauwolfia serpentina is a safe and effective treatment for hypertension. The plant was used by many physicians throughout India in the 1940s and then was used throughout the world in the 1950s, including in the United States and Canada.
What does serpentina do to your body?
It contains chemicals that have been shown to cause low blood pressure and slow heart rate. Long-term use can cause depression. Other possible side effects of Indian snakeroot include nasal congestion, changes in appetite and weight, nightmares, drowsiness, and loose stools.
What do switchback mean?
Definition of switchback (Entry 1 of 2) : a zigzag road, trail, or section of railroad tracks for climbing a steep hill. switchback.
What do you call zigzag road?
In the U.S., we call those mountainous roads “switchback” roads, with the individual turns called “hairpin” turns.
What does serpentine do spiritually?
It aids in meditation and enhances spiritual exploration. Serpentine assists the retrieval of wisdom, helping to regain memory of past lives. It clears the chakras and stimulates the crown chakra, opening psychic abilities. Serpentine assists the conscious direction of healing energy toward problem areas.
Is serpentine toxic?
Serpentine is not a toxic rock. It sometimes contains the fibrous mineral chrysotile asbestos, but chrysotile asbestos is not the form of asbestos that is proven to cause mesothelioma and lung cancer.
