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    Basilisco (en. Basilisk)

    /basilis'ko/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A fantastic being that has the ability to kill with its gaze.
    In mythology, the basilisk was said to be able to turn people to stone.
    En la mitología, el basilisco se decía que podía convertir a las personas en piedra.
    Mythological reptile, often described as a rooster with scales.
    The basilisk is a symbol of death and destruction in legends.
    El basilisco es un símbolo de muerte y destrucción en las leyendas.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'basiliskos', which means 'little king'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    basilisk's gaze
    Deadly gaze that can cause harm or death.
    mirada de basilisco
    to be like a basilisk
    To be very feared or dangerous.
    ser como un basilisco

    Related Words

    dragon
    Mythological creature often associated with fire and destruction.
    dragón
    chimera
    Mythical creature that combines elements of various animals.
    quimera
    gorgon
    Mythological being that has the ability to petrify those who look at it.
    gorgona

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is very feared or powerful in a specific context.
    That boss is a real basilisk in the business world.
    Ese jefe es un verdadero basilisco en el mundo empresarial.
    Someone who has a very negative impact on a group.
    Since he arrived, he has become a basilisk in our team.
    Desde que llegó, se ha vuelto un basilisco en nuestro equipo.