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    Gigante (en. Giant)

    /xiˈɣante/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person or thing of extraordinary or very large size.
    The mountain giant impressed everyone.
    El gigante de la montaña impresionaba a todos.
    Figuratively, it refers to someone who stands out in an area, like a giant in sports.
    Messi is considered a giant of football.
    Messi es considerado un gigante del fútbol.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'gigans', 'gigantis', meaning 'giant'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To be a giant
    To stand out significantly in some area or activity.
    Ser un gigante
    Giant killer
    A person or thing that defeats an opponent much larger or stronger.
    Giant killer
    Sleeping giant
    Something that has great potential but has not yet manifested.
    Gigante dormido

    Related Words

    gigantism
    Condition or phenomenon of exhibiting excessive size.
    gigantismo
    big guy
    A person or thing that is large or imposing.
    gigantón
    giganticity
    Quality of being giant.
    gigantez

    Slang Meanings

    Something that is impressive or extraordinary.
    That party was a giant!
    ¡Esa fiesta fue un gigante!
    A person who performs a great feat.
    That guy did a giant job on the project.
    Ese tipo hizo un trabajo gigante en el proyecto.