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Chimera Definition & Meaning

chimera
noun
  1. (Greek mythology) fire-breathing female monster with a lion's head and a goat's body and a serpent's tail; daughter of Typhon
  2. a grotesque product of the imagination

"Chimera" in song lyrics

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  • "male female chimera"
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Frequently asked questions

What does chimera mean?
(Greek mythology) fire-breathing female monster with a lion's head and a goat's body and a serpent's tail; daughter of Typhon a grotesque product of the imagination
What part of speech is chimera?
Chimera is a noun.
How many definitions does chimera have?
Chimera has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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