giant

/d‍ʒˈa‍ɪənt/

/ˈdʒaɪənt/

giant

extremely large in size or importance

unusually large in size compared to other members of its species or to other animals in general

Giant

a fictional human-like creature that is extremely large and powerful

any creature of exceptional size

an unusually large enterprise

a person of exceptional importance and reputation

synonyms : behemoth

a very bright star of large diameter and low density (relative to the Sun)

synonyms : giant star

someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful

synonyms : behemoth

a very large person; impressive in size or qualities

Examples

1. They have to put up with a giant oil refinery right on their doorstep.

2. Last year my son discovered a giant runner bean in his garden and couldn't wait to show it off to his friends.

3. Standing on the shoulders of giants is a necessary part of creativity

4. We enjoyed watching classic movies on the giant screen at the film festival.