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Oger — meaning in English

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English meaning

ogre noun A large, ugly, monstrous creature in folklore, known for its brutish strength and appetite for humans.

Senses

Oger is used for these senses in English:

Ogre A city in central Latvia.
ogre (mythology) A type of brutish giant from folk tales that eats human flesh.

ogre — full definition

noun A large, ugly, monstrous creature in folklore, known for its brutish strength and appetite for humans.
noun A cruel or frightening person.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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