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lion

The correct spelling is lion.

How to pronounce lion

/ˈlaɪən/
noun

IPA: /ˈlaɪən/

Say it like: Lio-n

The correct spelling is lion. A big cat, Panthera leo, native to Africa, India and formerly much of Europe. For example: "Tigers and lions share a common ancestor from a few million years ago."

Usage Examples

Tigers and lions share a common ancestor from a few million years ago.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A big cat, Panthera leo, native to Africa, India and formerly much of Europe.
  2. 2.(by extension) Any of various extant and extinct big cats, especially the mountain lion.
  3. 3.A Chinese foo dog.
  4. 4.An individual who shows strength and courage, attributes associated with the lion.
  5. 5.A famous person regarded with interest and curiosity.

adjective

  1. 1.Of the light brown color that resembles the fur of a lion.

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