Meaning of the word minotaur in English
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minotaur
US /ˈmɪn.ə.tɔːr/
UK /ˈmɪn.ə.tɔːr/
Noun
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a mythical monster with the head of a bull and the body of a man, said to have devoured youths and maidens sent to him from Athens, until he was slain by Theseus.
Example:
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The hero Theseus bravely faced the Minotaur in the labyrinth.
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Ancient Greek myths often feature creatures like the Minotaur.
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