of, characteristic of, or resembling a serpent, as in form or movement

necessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility

next to the last

charming; captivating

to render absurdly or wholly futile or ineffectual, especially by degrading or frustrating means

a small piece or quantity; a bit

a person living in seclusion

given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior

a poem or piece of music appropriate to the dawn or early morning

to join closely and intimately

extremely distasteful; unacceptable

suggestive of or tending to cause tears; mournful

free from concern, worry, or anxiety; carefree; nonchalant

equivalent, as in value, force, effect, or signification

watchful and discreet; cautious; prudent; well-considered

to sew with long, loose stitches, as in temporarily tacking together pieces of a garment while it is being made