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    Colosse (en. Colossus)

    /kɔ.lɔs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A being or statue of immense size.
    The Colossus of Rhodes was a monumental statue.
    Le colosse de Rhodes était une statue monumental.
    A person of remarkable physical strength.
    He is a colossus on the sports field.
    Il est un colosse sur le terrain de sport.
    A figure or structure that impresses by its size.
    This building is a true colossus in the middle of the city.
    Ce bâtiment est un véritable colosse au milieu de la ville.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'colossus', itself derived from Greek 'kolossos'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    colossus with feet of clay
    A person or thing that seems strong but is actually fragile.
    colosse aux pieds d'argile

    Related Words

    mass
    An aggregation of material, often imposing.
    masse
    giant
    Being of disproportionate size, often in tales.
    géant
    titanium
    A very strong material, used to denote something robust.
    titane

    Slang Meanings

    A very muscular individual.
    Look at that colossus, he lifts incredible weights.
    Regarde ce colosse, il soulève des poids incroyables.
    A person who dominates by their stature.
    He is the colossus of our team, no one can rival him.
    Il est le colosse de notre équipe, personne ne peut le rivaliser.