HyperDic: goliath

English > 2 senses of the word Goliath / goliath:
NOUNperson Goliath(Old Testament) a giant Philistine warrior who was slain by David with a slingshot
person goliath, giant, behemoth, monster, colossussomeone or something that is abnormally large and powerful
Goliath / goliath > pronunciation
Soundsgahlay'ahth
Rhymesbehemoth ... zenith: 14 rhymes with ahth...
English > Goliath: 2 senses > noun 1, person
Meaning(Old Testament) a giant Philistine warrior who was slain by David with a slingshot.
CategoryOld TestamentThe collection of books comprising the sacred scripture of the Hebrews and recording their history as the chosen people
Instance ofwarriorsomeone engaged in or experienced in warfare
SpanishGoliath, Goliat
CatalanGoliat
English > goliath: 2 senses > noun 2, person
Meaningsomeone or something that is abnormally large and powerful.
Synonymsgiant, behemoth, monster, colossus
Broaderanomaly, unusual personA person who is unusual
Spanishcoloso, gigante, titán
Catalancolós, gegant, tità

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