What does OGRES mean?

Definition of "ogres"

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions: A man-eating giant or monster in legends and fairy tales.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈoʊɡərz/, UK: /ˈəʊɡəz/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "ogre" originated from the French word "ogresse" which means "female giant". It was first used in the English language in the early 18th century. Ogres are often depicted as large, ugly, and cruel creatures in folklore and literature. They are usually portrayed as villains in childrens stories, such as "Jack and the Beanstalk" and "Shrek".

5. Synonyms: Giant, monster, fiend, brute, beast

6. Related Words: Beast, demon, fiend, giant, troll

7. Example Sentences:

• The ogre in the story was a fierce, man-eating giant.
• The villagers were terrified of the ogres that lived in the nearby mountains.
• The ogre in the fairy tale was defeated by the heros cleverness.