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dreadnought
The term originates from the phrase "fear nothing," reflecting the perceived invincibility of the ships that revolutionized naval warfare. In its primary historical sense, it refers to a specific class of battleship that rendered all previous designs obsolete, marking a paradigm shift in military technology.
When used metaphorically, the word describes an entity of overwhelming power or size. It carries a connotation of dominance and stability, often implying that the subject is so formidable that it cannot be easily challenged or defeated. This usage is common in business or political contexts to describe a market leader or a powerful organization.
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Examples
The launch of the HMS Dreadnought revolutionized naval warfare.
The British navy invested heavily in the construction of the dreadnought.
Look at that massive dreadnought gliding through the harbor.
The arms race accelerated as nations scrambled to build their own dreadnoughts.
He was a political dreadnought who crushed every opponent in his path.
The empire deployed a dreadnought of a fortress to guard the northern pass.
She is a dreadnought in the courtroom and fears no judge.
That company is a corporate dreadnought dominating the entire tech industry.