lion Definition
- 1a large tawny-colored cat that lives in prides, found in Africa and northwestern India
- 2a brave or strong person
Using lion: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The lion is known as the king of the jungle.
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The lioness hunts for the pride while the male lion protects it.
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He was a lion on the battlefield, fearless and strong.
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She showed the heart of a lion when she stood up to the bully.
lion Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with lion
lion's share
the largest part of something
Example
He took the lion's share of the profits.
lion-hearted
brave and courageous
Example
She showed her lion-hearted spirit by standing up to the injustice.
lionize someone
to treat someone as a celebrity or hero
Example
The media lionized the athlete after his record-breaking performance.
Summary: lion in Brief
A 'lion' [ˈlaɪən] is a large tawny-colored cat found in Africa and northwestern India. It is known as the king of the jungle and lives in prides. The term also refers to a brave or strong person, as in 'She showed the heart of a lion when she stood up to the bully.' 'Lion' extends into phrases like 'lion's share,' denoting the largest part of something, and 'lion-hearted,' meaning brave and courageous.
