Harpy Definition & Meaning

harpy
noun
  1. a malicious woman with a fierce temper
  2. (Greek mythology) vicious winged monster; often depicted as a bird with the head of a woman
  3. any of various fruit bats of the genus Nyctimene distinguished by nostrils drawn out into diverging tubes
  4. large black-and-white crested eagle of tropical America

"Harpy" in song lyrics

See how harpy is used in real songs:

  • "aello harpy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "amon the harpy"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "harpy"

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