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Word: Lion
Speech Type: Noun
Middle English: from Anglo-Norman French liun, from Latin leo, leon-, from Greek leōn, leont-
ˈlʌɪən
a large tawny-coloured cat that lives in prides, found in Africa and north-western India. The male has a flowing shaggy mane and takes little part in hunting, which is done cooperatively by the females.
Short Definition:large tawny wild cat
a member of a touring international rugby union team representing the British Isles.
Short Definition:member of British rugby union team
a member of a Lions Club.
Short Definition:member of Lions club
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