Behemoth
(noun)
- A large, powerful creature, such as a dinosaur or mythical beast.
- A large, powerful machine, such as a truck or bulldozer.
- A large, complex, and powerful organization or entity.
Origin:
From the hebrew behemoth, meaning a large or powerful creature. the term has been in use in english since the 16th century to describe a large, powerful creature or machine.
Examples:
- The behemoth was the largest animal in the world, and was feared by all who encountered it.
- The behemoth was a massive truck that was used to haul heavy loads across the country.
- The behemoth was a powerful entity that dominated the industry, and was feared by its competitors.
- The behemoth was the largest creature in the world, and its massive size was matched only by its strength.
- The behemoth was a complex and powerful machine that was capable of completing tasks that would have taken many men days to complete.