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gorgon

The correct spelling is gorgon.

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noun

IPA: /ˈɡɔːrɡən/

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The correct spelling is gorgon. A vicious female monster from Greek mythology with sharp fangs and hair of living, venomous snakes. One of the three sisters: Medusa, Stheno and Euryale

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noun

  1. 1.A vicious female monster from Greek mythology with sharp fangs and hair of living, venomous snakes. One of the three sisters: Medusa, Stheno and Euryale
  2. 2.An intimidating, ugly, or disgusting woman; anything hideous or horrid.

adjective

  1. 1.Like a gorgon; very ugly or terrifying.

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