serpent

nouns

limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous
a firework that moves in serpentine manner when ignited
is a type of (narrower)
(usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.
an obsolete bass cornet; resembles a snake
is a type of (narrower)
a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves