centaur
1 synonym for centaur, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A creature from Greek mythology with the upper body of a man and the lower body of a horse.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Latin centaurus, from Ancient Greek kentauros, referring to a legendary tribe from Thessaly.
Full origin of centaur →Frequently asked questions
What does “centaur” mean?
The word “centaur” means a creature from Greek mythology with the upper body of a man and the lower body of a horse. In plain terms, a mythical half-man, half-horse creature from Greek legend.
How do you pronounce “centaur”?
“Centaur” is pronounced SEHN-taw (/ˈsɛn.tɔɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “centaur” in a sentence?
Here is “centaur” used in a sentence: “The myth describes a battle between the centaurs and the Lapiths.”
What part of speech is “centaur”?
“Centaur” is a noun.
Where does the word “centaur” come from?
The word “centaur” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin centaurus, from Ancient Greek kentauros, referring to a legendary tribe from Thessaly.
