Meaning & use

dragon

noun·Everyday

A mythical, often fire-breathing reptilian creature, typically portrayed as huge, scaly, and powerful.

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In the old legend, a knight defeated the dragon to save the kingdom.

The film featured a dragon soaring over mountains, breathing streams of fire.

A note on using this word

Dragons appear across many cultures' mythology, though Western dragons are usually villains while East Asian dragons often symbolize good fortune.

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