Harpy
(noun)
- A mythical creature with the face of a woman and the body of a bird, known for their voracity and sharp claws.
- A shrewish, scolding woman.
Origin:
From the greek harpuiai, which refers to the mythical creatures with the face of a woman and the body of a bird, known for their voracity and sharp claws.
Examples:
- In Greek mythology, harpies were known as the spirits of storm winds.
- The harpy was a terrifying creature in the ancient world.
- She was known as the office harpy because of her sharp tongue.
- She was a harpy when it came to getting what she wanted.
- The harpy's claws were said to be as sharp as knives.