lion
UK: ˈlaɪən | US: ˈlaɪən
n. A large, powerful carnivorous feline mammal (Panthera leo), native to Africa and parts of Asia, with a tawny coat and, in males, a shaggy mane.
n. A person of exceptional courage, strength, or influence (figurative).
n. (Heraldry) A representation of a lion used in coats of arms or symbols.
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The word "lion" traces back to Old French lion, derived from Latin leo (genitive leonis), which itself originated from Greek leon. The Greek term likely borrowed from a non-Indo-European source, possibly Egyptian or Semitic (cf. Egyptian rw, Hebrew lavi). The word’s stability across languages reflects the lion’s iconic status in ancient cultures as a symbol of power and royalty.
The lion roared loudly, asserting dominance over the savanna.
She showed the heart of a lion when facing adversity.
The national flag features a golden lion as its emblem.
Lions are social animals, living in prides led by a male.
In medieval tales, the lion often represented nobility and bravery.