adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   cyclical
2. 2
   self-devouring

Synonyms

All synonyms

ouroborosian

Etymology

From uroboros / ouroboros - the ancient symbol depicting a serpent swallowing its own tail and forming a circle.

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