Kaiju
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkai.d͡ʒu/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kaiju is a noun meaning A fictional giant monster, particularly of the kind found in Japanese science fiction films and other media, like Godzilla, King Kong or Gamera.
Meaning
A fictional giant monster, particularly of the kind found in Japanese science fiction films and other media, like Godzilla, King Kong or Gamera.
Example Sentences
The resurrections of Mothra, the giant butterfly in Japanese kaiju movies, are treated as colourful religious events, glitter falling upon fat children as the fluffy-faced behemoth dries its wings.
Word Forms
- kaijus
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kong, behemoth, supermonster, monster, giant, giantkiller.
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