beast


Definition: Meaning of, beast in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / biːst /

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beast beasts
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  1. written an animal, especially a large or dangerous one
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  2. old-fashioned someone who is cruel or unpleasant
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  3. something of a particular type or that has a particular quality - usually used humorously [=  animal]
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  4. the beast in somebody the part of someone's character that makes them experience hatred, strong sexual feelings, violence etc
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beast used in phrases

  • Beauty and the Beast
    1. an old story about a beautiful young girl called Beauty, who is forced to live with a frightening creature called the Beast. The Beast loves her and she gradually begins to care about him too. He continually asks her to marry him, and when she finally agrees, he magically becomes the beautiful prince that he used to be.
  • beast of burden (noun)
    1. an animal that does heavy work
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