minotaur
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Name — A creature from Greek mythology, half man and half bull, trapped in a labyrinth on Crete and slain by the hero Theseus.
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Etymology
From Middle English Minotaure, ultimately from the Greek myth of the same creature.
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What does “minotaur” mean?
The word “minotaur” means a creature from Greek mythology, half man and half bull, trapped in a labyrinth on Crete and slain by the hero Theseus. In plain terms, the mythical bull-headed monster of Greek legend, or, loosely, anything that resembles it in size or strength.
How do you pronounce “minotaur”?
“Minotaur” is pronounced MIH-nuh-taw (/ˈmɪnəˌtɑɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “minotaur” in a sentence?
Here is “minotaur” used in a sentence: “The myth of the Minotaur has inspired countless books and films.”
What part of speech is “minotaur”?
Depending on how it is used, “minotaur” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “minotaur” come from?
The word “minotaur” comes from Middle English. From Middle English Minotaure, ultimately from the Greek myth of the same creature.
How many meanings does “minotaur” have?
“Minotaur” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a creature from Greek mythology, half man and half bull, trapped in a labyrinth on Crete and slain by the hero Theseus.