dragon
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈdɹæɡən// UK //dɹˈæɡən// drag·on
n. a large, imaginary animal that looks like a giant lizard. In many stories, it has wings, can fly, and breathes fire.
n. a mythical reptilian creature, typically depicted as a giant winged lizard with the ability to breathe fire. It appears in the folklore of many cultures with varying symbolic meanings.
The brave knight fought the dragon to save the village.
In many fantasy novels, a dragon guards a massive pile of gold inside a dark mountain cave.
While Western mythology often portrays the dragon as a malevolent beast to be slain, Eastern traditions frequently view it as a benevolent symbol of power and wisdom.
Usage
Commonly used as a metaphor for a person who is fierce or intimidating.