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Definitions for behemoth
bɪˈhi məθ, ˈbi ə-be·he·moth

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. giant, goliath, behemoth, monster, colossusnoun

    someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful

  2. colossus, behemoth, giant, heavyweight, titannoun

    a person of exceptional importance and reputation

Wiktionary

  1. behemothnoun

    A great and mighty beast God shows Job in Job 40:15-24.

  2. behemothnoun

    A great and mighty monster.

  3. behemothnoun

    Something which has the qualities of great power and might, and monstrous proportions.

  4. Etymology: From Middle English bemoth, behemoth, from Late Latin, from בהמות, either an intensive plural of בהמה 'beast', from (compare Ethiopic 'dumb, speechless', Arabic (declined as bahma(t), bahīma(t)) 'animal'), or borrowed from Ancient Egyptian p-ehe-mau 'hippopotamus', literally 'water-ox'.

Samuel Johnson's Dictionary

  1. Behemothnoun

    Behemoth, in Hebrew, signifies beasts in general, particularly the larger kind, fit for service. But Job speaks of an animal, which he calls behemoth, and describes its particular properties at large, in chap. xl.15. Bochart has taken much care to make it appear to be the hippopotamus, or river-horse. Sanctius thinks it is an ox. The Fathers suppose the devil to be meant by it. But we agree with the generality of interpreters, in their opinion, that it is the elephant. Augustin Calmet

    Behold now behemoth, which I made with thee; he eateth grass as an ox. Job, xl. 15.

    Behold! in plaited mail
    Behemoth rears his head. James Thomson, Summer, l. 695.

Wikipedia

  1. Behemoth

    Behemoth (; Hebrew: בְּהֵמוֹת, bəhēmōṯ) is a beast from the biblical Book of Job, and is a form of the primeval chaos-monster created by God at the beginning of creation; he is paired with the other chaos-monster, Leviathan, and according to later Jewish tradition both would become food for the righteous at the end-time. Metaphorically, the name has come to be used for any extremely large or powerful entity.

ChatGPT

  1. behemoth

    A behemoth is a very large or powerful entity or something or someone that is enormous in size, structure or strength. It is often used to refer to huge organizations or creatures. The word originates from the Bible, where it is used to describe a gigantic, powerful creature.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Behemothnoun

    an animal, probably the hippopotamus, described in Job xl. 15-24

Wikidata

  1. Behemoth

    Behemoth is a beast mentioned in Job 40:15–24. Suggested identities range from dinosaur to crocodile to a mythological creature. Metaphorically, the name has come to be used for any extremely large or powerful entity.

Chambers 20th Century Dictionary

  1. Behemoth

    bē′he-moth, n. an animal described in the book of Job, usually taken to be the hippopotamus. [Either the pl. of Heb. behêmâh, a beast, or a Hebraistic form of the Egyptian p-ehe-mout, 'water-ox.']

Editors Contribution

  1. behemoth

    Behemoth (noun) can be a big name or somewhat often capitalized.

    Behemoth a very giant animals or a lie that can be a threat to someone.


    Submitted by pinkss5 on October 21, 2015  

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of behemoth in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of behemoth in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of behemoth in a Sentence

  1. Duncan Jones:

    I think as much on the creativity level — his bravery and willingness to try stuff that other people were n’t expecting, i did two science-fiction films and then jumped into a video game movie, and now I ’m going to go from this behemoth to another tiny, little indie. So just doing what feels right at the moment on a creative level is certainly something I got from him.

  2. Jeff Zalaznick:

    Nick McCabe said. The city’s hotels, meanwhile, are making big moves to accommodate the increasing numbers of luxury consumers. Last month, Aria introduced a luxury collection called The Tower Suites. Guests travel to and from the airport in limousines, they’re greeted at curbside and there is a dedicated entrance and private VIP lounge for speedy check-in. As soon as guests book a stay, the Tower Suites concierge reaches out to book dinner reservations and arrange show tickets. 5 best shows to see in Las Vegas This fall, Encore at the Wynn completed a design refresh, updating all suites to include push-button electronic amenities. It added custom linens and floor coverings and commissioned an amenities collection from top-of-the-line cosmetics and fragrance company Molton Brown. Meanwhile, Caesars will mark its 50th anniversary in 2016 with a $ 75 million renovation of its Roman Tower, which will be renamed the Julius Tower next month. While the behemoth resorts expand their luxury offerings, smaller boutique properties that offer a more intimate upscale experience have been opening. Nobu Hotel at Caesars Palace debuted in 2013, and Delano Las Vegas and Delano Las Vegas opened last year. One of the smallest hotels, the Parisian-themed The Cromwell, opened last year with only 188 rooms, all with hardwood floors, glamorous boudoir lighting and chaise lounges. Guests are invited to a Moet Chandon toast with the general manager on Friday and Saturday nights. Ultra luxury packages at new Drai’s offer fireworks and private jets But Vegas ’ biggest draw might be its endless bounty of celebrity chef-driven restaurants. Recent eateries from boldfaced names in an already saturated market include three-Michelin-starred Alain Ducasse’s Rivea at Delano Las Vegas, two-Michelin-starred Julian Serrano’s Lago at Bellagio and two-Michelin-starred Michael Mina’s Bardot Brasserie at Aria. Two popular restaurants from other cities have just opened outposts in Delano Las Vegas. In October, the New York City hot spot Carbone( whose fans include Michelle Obama and Kim Kardashian) opened at Aria. Just like New York, Delano Las Vegas is Delano Las Vegas. We try to differentiate ourselves by not only serving excellent food but by creating a unique experience.

  3. Alyssa Royse:

    As a brand, Rocket couldn't be aligned with a bigger brand that wasn't on the right side of history... It's this huge global behemoth that just said nothing.

  4. Linda Gorman:

    It’s a really clunky program and turned into this behemoth.

  5. Jason Hopkins:

    The Vera Institute of Justice is a behemoth progressive nonprofit based out of New York City with well over a $140 million budget, which they use to fund a slate of progressive causes and initiatives across the country, whether that be criminal justice reform, bail reform and also immigration.

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