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giant
Example
The giant mountain range stretched across the horizon, its peaks disappearing into the clouds.
The giant tree towered over the forest, casting a shadow that stretched for miles.
She was amazed by the giant waves crashing against the shore during the storm.
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géant, énorme
large in size, often used in the names of particularly massive animals or plants
Example
The giant tortoise at the wildlife sanctuary is one of the oldest and largest reptiles.
She was fascinated by the giant sequoia, one of the tallest trees in the world.
The giant squid is known for its impressive size and elusive nature.
Giant
What is a "giant"?
A giant is a mythical creature characterized by its enormous size and strength, often depicted as being much larger than humans. Giants appear in various myths, legends, and folklore across cultures. In many stories, they are portrayed as powerful beings who live in remote or otherworldly places, such as mountains or the depths of the earth. Giants can be depicted as either benevolent or hostile, and they often play significant roles in tales involving epic battles, heroic quests, or the struggle between humans and larger forces. Their immense size and power make them formidable figures in the narratives in which they appear.
Example
In the fairy tale, the giant lived in a castle high above the clouds.
The villagers were terrified when the giant emerged from the forest, shaking the ground with each step.
The hero had to outwit the giant to rescue the captured princess.
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géant, monstre
a creature that is unusually large in size
Example
The ocean 's depths are home to giants like the colossal squid.
In the forest, they encountered a giant, an ancient tree that towered over all the others.
The explorer documented a giant in the rainforest, a snake over 30 feet long.
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géant, grand groupe
a business or organization that is exceptionally large and influential in its field
Example
The tech giant announced its new innovative product line at the annual conference.
As a retail giant, the company has stores in almost every country around the world.
The energy giant has a significant impact on global oil prices.
Example
Albert Einstein is considered a giant in the field of physics.
The musician was a giant in the world of jazz, influencing countless artists.
In literature, Shakespeare is often regarded as a giant whose works are timeless.
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géant, étoile géante
a star that is extremely bright and large, with a diameter much greater than that of the Sun
Example
The red giant Betelgeuse can be seen with the naked eye in the constellation Orion.
Giants, such as Aldebaran, often have diameters hundreds of times that of the Sun.
As it nears the end of its life cycle, a medium-sized star expands into a giant.
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géant, monstre
a person, real or imaginary, who is extremely large and strong
Example
In the story, the giant was so strong that he could lift boulders with ease.
The mythical giant was known for his immense size and ability to move mountains.
The wrestler, nicknamed " The Giant, " was famous for his extraordinary strength and size.
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