Giant
ˈdʒaɪənt
Definitions
2 meaningsA legendary being of extraordinary size and strength.
ˈdʒaɪənt
A being of superhuman size and strength, typically of a monstrous or mythical nature.
The child was fascinated by the story of the giant and the beanstalk.
💡 Simply: Imagine a super tall, super strong person from a story or a myth. They're a giant!
👶 For kids: A giant is a really, really big person, maybe from a story or a fairy tale!
More Examples
In Greek mythology, the Titans were considered giants.
The statue of the giant towered over the city square.
How It's Used
"The hero fought a fearsome giant in the epic tale."
"Giants are often depicted as antagonists in fantasy novels."
Extremely large or powerful.
ˈdʒaɪənt
Of extraordinarily great size, force, or extent; huge or immense.
The amusement park boasted a giant Ferris wheel.
💡 Simply: When something is very, very big, like a giant cookie or a giant problem.
👶 For kids: When something is very, very big!
More Examples
The project was a giant undertaking, requiring extensive resources.
She had a giant smile on her face.
How It's Used
"The company achieved giant profits last quarter."
"The redwood trees are a giant natural wonder."
Idioms & expressions
a giant among...
A person of great importance or achievement, especially in a specific field.
"He was a giant among scientists, with groundbreaking discoveries."
From Old French *geant*, from Latin *gigās* (genitive *gigantis*), from Greek *gigas*.
The word 'giant' has been used in English since the 13th century, often referencing mythological beings.