Dragons (en. Dragons)
/dʁaɡɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Mythical monster, often crawling or flying, with scales and capable of breathing fire.
In many legends, dragons guard treasures.
Dans de nombreuses légendes, les dragons gardent des trésors.
Fantastic animal represented by a large creature.
Iconic character in popular culture and literature.
Etymology
From Old French 'dragon', borrowed from Latin 'draco', meaning serpent or dragon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
throw a dragon
To make a great display of power or anger.
jeter un dragon
in the skin of a dragon
To feel powerful or invincible.
dans la peau d'un dragon
Related Words
dragon
A mythological creature resembling a dragon.
dragon
dragon keeper
A person who raises or takes care of dragons.
dragonnier
Slang Meanings
A call to adventure or impressive challenges.
He decided to take on the dragons in the mountains.
Il a décidé de partir à l'assaut des dragons en montagne.
A term used to refer to very ambitious people.
She is a real dragoness in her career.
Elle est une vraie dragonne dans sa carrière.