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giant (noun)

A giant is an imaginary creature that looks like a human but is much bigger and stronger. It is also used to describe a real person or thing that is very large or successful.

💬 Example

"In the story, the giant lives at the top of a beanstalk."

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🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
colossus titan behemoth monster goliath
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'giant' for things that are only slightly large. → Use 'large,' 'big,' or 'huge' for things that are moderately sized.

Confusing the noun and adjective forms. → Use 'a giant' (noun) or 'a giant [noun]' (adjective).

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