A python is a constricting snake belonging to the Python (genus), or, more generally, any snake in the family Pythonidae (containing the Python genus).
Python may also refer to:
In ancient Greece:
- Python (mythology), serpent, the earth-dragon of Delphi
- Python of Byzantium, orator, diplomat of Philip II of Macedon
- Python of Catana, poet who accompanied Alexander the Great
- Python of Aenus, student of Plato
In computing:
- Python (programming language), a computer programming language
- CPython, the reference implementation of the Python programming language
- Python, a native code compiler for CMU Common Lisp
In military:
- Colt Python, a .357 Magnum caliber revolver
- Python missile, a series of Israeli air-to-air missiles
In media:
- Python (film), a 2000 horror film by Richard Clabaugh
- Python II, the 2002 sequel to the above film
- Monty Python, a British comedy troupe
Roller coasters:
- Python (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay), a defunct roller coaster at Busch Gardens Africa
- Python (Coney Island)
- Python (Efteling), a roller coaster in Efteling, the Netherlands
Other:
- Armstrong Siddeley Python, an early turboprop engine
- Python Automobile, a sports car