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Manticora

Definition:

Manticora refers to a mythical creature from medieval folklore that is depicted as a fearsome monster with the body of a lion, the head of a human, and the ability to shoot deadly spines or quills from its tail.

Senses:

Noun: Mythical Creature

The manticora is a legendary creature that combines the features of a lion, a human, and a scorpion.

Sample Sentence: The hero bravely fought against the manticora, using his shield to protect himself from its deadly quills.

Adjective: Popular

When used as an adjective, manticora can refer to something that is widely known, recognized, or prevalent.

Sample Sentence: That song became a manticora hit, playing on every radio station and topping all the charts.

Adjective: Local

Manticora can also be used to describe something relating to a particular area or region.

Sample Sentence: The shop is known for its selection of manticora delicacies that are only found in this local region.

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