briareus

/braɪˈɑrɪəs/

Definitions

1. noun

In Greek mythology, a giant with 100 arms, one of the Hecatonchires.

“The giant Briareus was said to have been born from the sea goddess Pontus and the Earth goddess Gaea.”

2. noun

A giant or a person of enormous size or strength.

“The wrestler was known as Briareus in the ring due to his massive physique.”

Synonyms

  • colossus
  • giant

Antonyms

  • midget
  • pygmy