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gorilla

gorilla / gorilla
Noun
pl: gorillas

The term primarily evokes an image of immense physical power and imposing presence. When applied to animals, it carries a connotation of wild strength and social complexity within a primate hierarchy. When applied to humans, the word shifts toward a negative or utilitarian connotation. It describes individuals valued solely for their capacity for violence or intimidation, often stripping the person of intellectual agency to emphasize their role as a blunt instrument of force.

Meanings

Noungorilla

A large, powerful primate of the genus Gorilla, native to the forests of central Africa.

"The mountain gorilla is an endangered species."

Noungorilla

A person who is hired to perform violent tasks or intimidate others, often as a bodyguard or thug.

"The club owner hired a gorilla to stand by the door and keep troublemakers out."

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