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Term: Leonid

Noun

Sense 1: A meteor shower that occurs annually in November, appearing to radiate from the constellation Leo.

Sample Sentence: Every November, skywatchers eagerly anticipate the arrival of the Leonid meteor shower.

Noun

Sense 2: A male given name of Greek origin meaning "lion-like."

Sample Sentence: Leonid is a powerful and distinguished name for a boy.

Adjective

Sense 1: Pertaining to or resembling a lion.

Sample Sentence: The sculpture had a leonid face, capturing the majestic essence of a lion.

Adjective

Sense 2: Of or relating to the Leonid Dynasty, a Russian ruling dynasty from 1613 to 1917.

Sample Sentence: The Leonid Dynasty marked a significant period in Russian history.