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Amazon
nounfeminineliteraryuncommon/ɐmɐˈzonɐ/a·ma·zo·na
Definitions
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In Greek mythology, a female warrior belonging to a legendary nation of women living without men.
Usage examples
“The Amazons were said to have fought against Greek heroes.”
“Stories of the Amazons have fascinated people for centuries.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
Amazon warriorlegend of the Amazonstribe of Amazons
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A woman who rides a horse sidesaddle, with both legs on the same side of the horse.
Usage examples
“The queen was an accomplished sidesaddle rider.”
“In the parade, the ladies rode as amazons.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
riding sidesaddlesidesaddle habitsidesaddle rider