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Meaning of gargoyle
A stone carving of a grotesque figure, typically used as a water spout on a building.
Etymology of gargoyle
The word "gargoyle" originates from the French word "gargouille," meaning "throat" or "gullet," which is derived from the Latin word "gargula," meaning "gullet" or "throat."
Historically, the term referred to a water spout in the form of a carved stone creature, typically depicting a grotesque face or figure.
Synonyms
monster
creature
beast
demon
ogre
troll
imp
sprite
specter
phantom
ghoul
zombie
vampire
werewolf
minotaur
chimera
harpy
sphinx
dragon
serpent
basilisk
hydra
goblin
gremlin
boggart
phantom
apparition
wraith
entity
being
fiend
brute
ogre
giant
colossus
titan
leviathan
kraken
monster
grotesque
carving
statue
ornament
decoration
sculpture
figure
effigy
idol
totem
talisman
amulet
fetish
Definitions
- A carved stone figure of a grotesque face or creature, typically used as a water spout on a building.
- * A person who is perceived as frightening or intimidating.
Usage Examples
- The Gothic cathedral featured a series of gargoyles that served as water spouts, each one uniquely carved with a different grotesque face.
- * The old mansion was said to be haunted by a gargoyle that would come to life at night and roam the empty halls.
Antonyms
angel
cherub
seraph
sprite
fairy
nymph
sylph
dryad
naiad
goddess
deity
idol
icon
saint
hero
champion
paragon
model
exemplar
ideal
paragon
virtuoso
masterpiece
treasure
jewel
gem
precious
valuable
priceless
benign
benevolent
gentle
kind
gracious
merciful
compassionate
sympathetic
tender
loving
affectionate
fond
devoted