Golem
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡəʊ.ləm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Golem is a noun meaning (mythology) A humanoid creature made from clay, animated by magic.
Meaning
(mythology) A humanoid creature made from clay, animated by magic.
More Meanings
- (by extension, fantasy) A humanoid creature made from any previously inanimate matter, such as wood or stone, animated by magic.
Example Sentences
She is elected mayor through the help of a golem she creates out of the soil of the potted plants she keeps in her apartment.
“There was also stuff that we actually had to take out which would have ruined the plot of the movie,” he said of his favorite details. “Getting the angry old man in there was very important, and the woodland mansion. But also things like the iron golems turned out so well.”
Word Forms
- golems
Synonyms for golem
Depending on context, synonyms include automaton, robot.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include robot, automaton, ogre, genie, gnome, kobold.
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