merlion

English

/ˈməːˌlaɪən/, /ˈmɚˌlaɪən/, /ˈmɜːˌlaɪən/, /ˈməːlɪ.ən/, /ˈmɚˌlɪ.ən/

noun
Definitions
  • (Singapore) Often Merlion: a symbolic creature having the head of a lion and the body of a fish, which is a national symbol of ; an image, statue, or other depiction of this creature.
  • A fictional creature of similar make-up.

Etymology

Prefix from English lion.

Origin

English

lion

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