noun
- a mythological creature with the head, arms, and torso of a human and the body and legs of a horse
Usage: mythology
Examples
- The centaur galloped through the forest with his bow and arrow.
- In Greek mythology, centaurs were known for their wild and unruly behavior.
- The museum displayed a beautiful statue of a centaur from ancient Greece.
- Chiron was a wise centaur who taught many Greek heroes.
- The fantasy novel featured a noble centaur as one of the main characters.
- Ancient Greek pottery often depicted centaurs in battle scenes.