Slytherin

Definitions

A person having traits associated with Slytherin house from the Harry Potter series, including ambition, cunning, or an affinity for snakes or the colours green and silver.

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Examples

““You know⟳, there are colors beyond black and green. You're not a Slytherin.””

“I'll admit⟳, this place⟳ creeps me out, but Slytherins out there will enjoy⟳ viewing (and holding) over 50 types of snakes and reptiles, including bearded dragons, horned frogs, and tarantulas.”

““It's too bad your Slytherin brother can't be persuaded to tell⟳ the truth to Will,” Annabeth mused. “Not unless there's something in it for him.””

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