Amazon Definition

amazon
noun
  1. a large strong and aggressive woman
  2. (Greek mythology) one of a nation of women warriors of Scythia (who burned off the right breast in order to use a bow and arrow more effectively)
  3. a major South American river; arises in the Andes and flows eastward into the South Atlantic; the world's 2nd longest river (4000 miles)
  4. mainly green tropical American parrots

"Amazon" in song lyrics

See how amazon is used in real songs:

  • "French kiss poison piranha's in the Amazon"
    Chief Kamachi — Clock Keep Tickin'
  • "Keep ya shades on, cuz it's the ama'zon"
    E-Money Bags f/ 2Pac, Live Squad — Big Time
  • "Bad lil' mama no stallion, a amazon"
    Fiend — Why Iz U Playin'

Usage tips for "amazon"

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