A lion is a big animal. It lives in Africa and some parts of Asia. It is strong and lives in groups called prides.
The lion is the king of the jungle.
A lion has a loud roar at night.
People use 'lion' to say someone is very brave and strong. It is a way to show respect for their courage.
She is a lion in the face of danger.
He fought like a lion to save his friend.
The lion is used as a symbol to show power and courage. It can be found on flags, signs, or family crests.
The lion is on the school badge.
Many flags have a lion as a symbol.
This meaning describes a man who has many female admirers. It is often used informally to say a man is charming or attractive to women.
He is a lion with ladies.
The actor is known as a lion in Hollywood.
In astronomy, 'lion' refers to a group of stars shaped like a lion. It is also a zodiac sign called Leo.
Leo is the lion constellation in the night sky.
People born under the lion sign are born in July or August.
In old or technical use, 'lion' means a machine that lifts heavy things. This meaning is rare today.
They used a lion to lift the heavy stones.
The old ship had a lion to raise sails.
In British informal talk, a 'lion' is someone who is very well-known and liked at social gatherings.
He was a lion at the party last night.
Many lions attend the charity event every year.
