Tarzan
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Name — A fictional hero raised by apes in the African jungle, known for his strength and agility.
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How to use Tarzan
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Etymology
Invented by the author Edgar Rice Burroughs in 1912 for his fiction.
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What does “Tarzan” mean?
The word “Tarzan” means a fictional hero raised by apes in the African jungle, known for his strength and agility. In plain terms, the jungle hero from the novels and films, and informally, a nickname for anyone acting muscular and wild like him.
How do you pronounce “Tarzan”?
“Tarzan” is pronounced TAHR-zan (/ˈtɑɹzæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Tarzan” in a sentence?
Here is “Tarzan” used in a sentence: “The old Tarzan films are still shown on classic movie channels.”
What part of speech is “Tarzan”?
Depending on how it is used, “Tarzan” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Tarzan” come from?
The word “Tarzan” dates back to around 1912. Invented by the author Edgar Rice Burroughs in 1912 for his fiction.
Is “Tarzan” a common word?
“Tarzan” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Tarzan” have?
“Tarzan” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fictional hero raised by apes in the African jungle, known for his strength and agility.