Cynocephalus
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cynocephalus is a noun meaning (mythology) A creature with the head of a dog or jackal and the body of a human.
Meaning
(mythology) A creature with the head of a dog or jackal and the body of a human.
More Meanings
- (mythology) A creature with the head of a dog or jackal and the body of a nonhuman ape.
Word Forms
- cynocephali
Synonyms for cynocephalus
Depending on context, synonyms include doghead.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ape, cynanthrope, doghead, cynophilia, cynomorph, cynognathid.
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