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English

lion's

|li/on's|

B1

/ˈlaɪənz/

(lion)

majestic strength

Base FormPlural
lionlions
Etymology
Etymology Information

'lion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'leo', where 'leo' meant 'lion'.

Historical Evolution

'leo' transformed into the Old French word 'lion', and eventually became the modern English word 'lion'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a large wild cat', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

possessive form of 'lion', indicating something that belongs to or is associated with a lion.

The lion's roar echoed through the savannah.

Last updated: 2025/01/15 06:49