lion-hunter
- noun
- /ˈlaɪənˌhʌntər/
:
cazador de leones
- The lion-hunter tracked the majestic beast through the dense jungle undergrowth.
- a famous lion-hunter
Examples
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The lion-hunter returned with a trophy from Africa.
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As a young man, he dreamed of becoming a lion-hunter and traveling the savannah.
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She read a biography of a famous lion-hunter who had explored East Africa.
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The legendary lion-hunter returned to the village after a successful expedition.
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Many lion-hunters face criticism for their sport.
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As a skilled lion-hunter, she traveled to Africa each year to pursue her passion for big game.
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He gained notoriety as a lion-hunter, often leading expeditions to aid conservation efforts.
Synonyms
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1.0
A person who looks for and kills wild animals for food or sport
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5.9
A man who catches or kills wild animals, often for sport
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4.7
A woman who looks for wild animals to catch or kill
A woman who goes out to find and kill wild animals like deer for sport or work
A person who hunts wild animals for food or sport
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Lion-hunter is simply a mix of lion and hunter, so it literally means a person who 'hunts' lions, someone who goes after lions for sport or as a job.