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

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.0 / 3 votes

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

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

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 DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

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.

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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.

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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 DictionaryRate this definition:1.0 / 1 vote

1. Behemothnoun

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

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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 DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

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.']

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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. Meredith Scardino:

   I think the spirit of the show about trappy underdog women in their 40s going up against a behemoth and trying to do something hard and a little bit crazy, that will continue.

2. Adam Blacker:

   [ Lasso ] has not been downloaded much at all, but the behemoth hasn't put any marketing power behind the launch either, facebook likely views the launch as extended beta testing, but also wants to understand what juice it has in terms of organic and viral growth.

3. Daniel Robinson:

   Innovation is happening in small, agile startups such as Red 6 that are going at the speed of heat, then you have these companies that are so disruptive, making technology so quickly trying to mesh with the behemoth that is the Department of Defense that doesn't know how to fully plug these technologies into a largely bureaucratic system, and that leads to … conflict and to difficulty in terms of taking innovative technologies and getting them to the war fighter very, very quickly.

4. 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.

5. Al Franken:

   This transaction would create a telecom behemoth that would lead to higher prices, fewer choices, and even worse service. We need more competition in this space, not less.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=behemoth
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Behemoth
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=behemoth
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behemoth
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/behemoth
7. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=behemoth
8. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=behemoth