Meaning of the word ogre in English

What does ogre mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ogre

US /ˈoʊ.ɡɚ/

UK /ˈoʊ.ɡɚ/

a man-eating giant, typically depicted as a hideous giant with a monstrous appearance, often found in folklore and fairy tales

Example:

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The brave knight faced the fearsome ogre in the dark forest.

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Children often hear stories about ogres and princesses.

Synonym:

giant monster beast fiend

a person who is monstrously cruel, brutish, or terrifying

Example:

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His boss was an absolute ogre, always yelling at his employees.

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She described her ex-husband as an ogre who made her life miserable.

Synonym:

tyrant brute monster despot bully

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