1. a large wild cat with golden fur that lives in Africa and parts of Asia, especially the male which has a mane
2. a brave or fierce person
Usage: figurative
3. a person who is the center of attention or admiration
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The lion roared loudly in the African savanna.
• Male lions have thick manes around their heads.
• Lions hunt in groups called prides.
• She fought like a lion to defend her family.
• He was the lion of the party, telling jokes all night.
• The young actor became the lion of Broadway.
• Lions are known as the king of beasts.