# simba

/ˈsɪmbə/ (US) · /sˈɪmbɐ/ (UK) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/simba
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a very old word for a lion. You might see it in old stories or history books about Africa.

For teachers: a lion. An archaic term primarily found in historical texts or early modern literature.

## Examples

- The ancient king was known as Simba.
- In the old manuscript, the hero is described as a mighty simba who roamed the desert.
- The poet uses the term simba to evoke a sense of primal power and ancient tradition, contrasting the wild beast with the modern city.

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