Meaning & use

centaur

noun·Advanced

A mythical creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.

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The ancient vase depicted a centaur battling a group of warriors.

In the story, a wise centaur taught the young hero archery.

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Centaurs originate in Greek mythology and often symbolize a clash between civilization and wild nature.

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