Py″thon (?), n. [NL., fr. L. Python the serpent slain near Delphi by Apollo, Gr. �.] 1. (Zoöl.) Any species of very large snakes of the genus Python, and allied genera, of the family Pythonidæ. They are nearly allied to the boas. Called also rock snake.
☞ The pythons have small pelvic bones, or anal spurs, two rows of subcaudal scales, and pitted labials. They are found in Africa, Asia, and the East Indies.
2. A diviner by spirits. “ observed omens, and appointed pythons.” 4 Kings xxi. 6 (Douay version).