δράκοντας — meaning in English

English meaning

• dragon noun A mythical, usually giant reptilian creature, often depicted breathing fire and guarding treasure in Western folklore.
• ogre noun A large, ugly, monstrous creature in folklore, known for its brutish strength and appetite for humans.

Senses

δράκοντας is used for these senses in English:

• dragon In European mythologies, a gigantic beast, typically reptilian with leathery bat-like wings, lion-like claws, scaly skin and a serpent-like body, often a monster with fiery breath.
• ogre (mythology) A type of brutish giant from folk tales that eats human flesh.

dragon — full definition

1. noun A mythical, usually giant reptilian creature, often depicted breathing fire and guarding treasure in Western folklore.
2. noun In East Asian mythology, a long, serpentine, generally benevolent creature associated with power and good fortune.
3. noun (Informal) A fierce, intimidating woman.

ogre — full definition

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

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