1. a legendary creature with a human head, lion’s body, and scorpion’s tail
Usage: mythology

Examples

• The ancient Persian manticore was said to have three rows of sharp teeth.
• In medieval bestiaries, the manticore was depicted as a fearsome beast.
• The fantasy novel featured a manticore guarding the treasure cave.
• Greek writers described the manticore as having a voice like a trumpet.
• The manticore’s venomous tail made it one of the most dangerous mythical creatures.
• Artists often portrayed the manticore with a bearded human face on a lion’s body.