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lamassu

Noun CEFR B1
ləˈmasuː

Definitions

  1. An Assyrian protective deity, often depicted as having the head of a human, the body of an ox or lion, and the wings of a bird.
  2. A representation – especially a statue – of a lamassu.
    broadly

Equivalents

Françaislamassu
2 more languages
Nederlandsstierman
Polskilamassu

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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See also

Lamaster Lamay Lamaze lamb Lamb County lamb fries

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