monstrum — meaning in English

English meaning

• monster noun A frightening, dangerous creature, often imaginary or mythical.
• warning noun A statement, sign, or signal alerting someone to a danger, problem, or possible consequence.

Senses

monstrum is used for these senses in English:

• monster A terrifying and dangerous creature, especially one of an imaginary or mythical kind.
• warning The action of the verb warn; an instance of warning someone.

monster — full definition

1. noun A frightening, dangerous creature, often imaginary or mythical.
2. noun A cruel, heartless person, especially one who commits terrible acts.
3. adj Extremely large or impressive.

warning — full definition

1. noun A statement, sign, or signal alerting someone to a danger, problem, or possible consequence.
2. intj Used on its own, especially on signs, to alert someone to danger.

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