Lion

  1. Noun.  A big cat, ''Panthera leo'', native to Africa, India and formerly to much of Europe. The term may apply to the species as a whole, to individuals, or to male individuals. It also applies to related species like mountain lions.
  2. Noun.  (heraldiccharge) : A stylized representation of a large cat, used on a coat of arms.
  3. Noun.  A Chinese foo dog.
  4. Noun.  An individual who shows strength and courage, attributes associated with the lion.
  5. Noun.  A famous person.

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