Xena
Xena (noun) means Informally, a tough, confident, physically strong woman — from the TV warrior character Xena. Example: “She handled the whole crisis like an absolute Xena.”
How to use Xena
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA nickname-like way to describe a fierce, capable woman, referencing the fictional warrior.
Informal and pop-culture-based — mainly used in casual speech.
Word forms
Xenas plural
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She handled the whole crisis like an absolute _____.
Etymology
Popularized by the 1990s television show Xena: Warrior Princess; the name itself is likely a variant of Xenia, from Greek xenía, "hospitable."
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What does “Xena” mean?
The word “Xena” means informally, a tough, confident, physically strong woman — from the TV warrior character Xena. In plain terms, a nickname-like way to describe a fierce, capable woman, referencing the fictional warrior.
How do you pronounce “Xena”?
“Xena” is pronounced ZEE-nuh (/ˈziː.nə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Xena” in a sentence?
Here is “Xena” used in a sentence: “She handled the whole crisis like an absolute Xena.”
What part of speech is “Xena”?
“Xena” is a noun.
Where does the word “Xena” come from?
The word “Xena” dates back to around 1990 and comes from Greek. Popularized by the 1990s television show Xena: Warrior Princess; the name itself is likely a variant of Xenia, from Greek xenía, "hospitable.".
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