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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

centaur

/sɛnˈtɔːr/ noun · British & US
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What does centaur mean?

noun

A mythological creature with the upper body of a man and the lower body of a horse, often depicted as a symbol of balance and harmony between human and animal nature.

Example

"The centaur in the ancient Greek sculpture was a powerful representation of the connection between humans and animals."

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