tengu

/tɛŋɡuː/ or /tɛŋɡɯ/ (also /teɪŋɡuː/)

Definitions

1. noun

a mythical bird-like creature from Japanese folklore, often depicted as a bird of prey with human features, typically associated with the god of wind or storm, and considered to be a fierce and powerful being.

“The ancient temple was guarded by a fearsome tengu, said to have the power to control the winds.”

Synonyms

  • kappa
  • oni
  • yokai

Antonyms

  • human
  • mortal