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Definitions from the WebGoliathNoun - Biblical Character A biblical character from the Old Testament, Goliath was a giant warrior from the Philistine army. He is famously known for his battle against the young David. Sample Sentence: David defeated Goliath with a single stone flung from his sling. Noun - Metaphorical Sense Used metaphorically to refer to a person, organization, or thing of great size, strength, or influence. Sample Sentence: The multinational corporation is often described as a Goliath in the business world. Noun - Zoology A large reptile belonging to the lizard family Gekkonidae, commonly known as the goliath lizard or giant gecko. It is native to the rainforests of Africa. Sample Sentence: The goliath lizard camouflages itself among the lush green leaves of the rainforest canopy. Adjective - Informal Informal term used to describe something of extraordinary or impressive size or scale. Sample Sentence: The skyscraper was a goliath structure, dominating the city skyline. Related Products: Books about Goliath, Goliath Action Figure | ||||
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