English Explanatory Dictionary

giant-killing

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The slaying of a giant.
  2. The defeat of a team by a much weaker opponent.

Word forms

giant-killing giant-killings

Etymology

From the Biblical story of David and Goliath.

Related words

giant-killer
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