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merlion

/ˈmɚˌlaɪən/

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What does merlion mean?

noun

  1. Often Merlion: a symbolic creature having the head of a lion and the body of a fish, which is a national symbol of Singapore; an image, statue, or other depiction of this creature.
  2. A fictional creature of similar make-up.
  3. A depiction of a bird similar to a house martin or swallow with stylized feet; a martlet.
More meanings (2)

proper noun

  1. Alternative letter-case form of merlion (“imaginary creature that is a national symbol of Singapore”).

noun

  1. (rare) Alternative form of merlin (“a small falcon, Falco columbarius”).
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IPA pronunciation

/ˈmɚˌlaɪən/

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Other dictionary pronunciations

/ˈmɚˌlɪ.ən/
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