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giantess

/ˈdʒaɪ.ən.tɪs/
gi · ant · ess
Plural:giantesses
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• noun

1

An imaginary or mythical female being of human form but superhuman size and strength.

Example

"In Norse mythology, Skadi is a fierce giantess associated with winter, mountains, and bowhunting."

2

A woman or female animal of unusually large stature or exceptional prominence.

Example

"Standing well over six feet tall, she was regarded as a veritable giantess among her peers."

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• Nearby Words

giant panda
giant sequoia
giant tortoise
giantess
giantlike
gibber
gibberish

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in Middle English in the late 14th century, formed from 'giant' (from Old French 'geant', ultimately from Ancient Greek 'Gigas') combined with the feminine suffix '-ess'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Giantess. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/giantess
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