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Lion Definition & Meaning

lion
noun
  1. large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male
  2. a celebrity who is lionized (much sought after)
  3. (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Leo
  4. the fifth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about July 23 to August 22

"Lion" in song lyrics

See how lion is used in real songs:

  • "Eye of a tiger, head of a lion"
    Aceyalone — Scribble on a Clean Surface
  • "This is the start of you dyin', Plan' spit with the heart of a lion"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Tear it Up
  • "I got the heart of a lion"
    Big Pokey f/ Carmen Sandiego, H.A.W.K. — Still Off Da Chains

Words that rhyme with lion

Usage tips for "lion"

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Frequently asked questions

What does lion mean?
large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male a celebrity who is lionized (much sought after) (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Leo the fifth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about July 23 to August 22
What part of speech is lion?
Lion is a noun.
How many definitions does lion have?
Lion has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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