Lamassu
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ləˈmasuː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lamassu is a noun meaning An Assyrian protective deity, often depicted as having the head of a human, the body of an ox or lion, and the wings of a bird.
Meaning
An Assyrian protective deity, often depicted as having the head of a human, the body of an ox or lion, and the wings of a bird.
More Meanings
- (by extension) A representation – especially a statue – of a lamassu.
Word Forms
- lamassus
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lamia, karajishi, moloch, aspect, assur, cherub.
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