Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kraken
noun
/ˈkrɑː.kən/
Definition
A legendary sea monster said to inhabit the waters off Norway and Greenland.
Examples
- The sailors spoke in hushed tones of the kraken lurking in the deep.
- In stories, the kraken would emerge from the ocean depths to feast on unsuspecting ships.
Meaning
The kraken is often depicted as a giant octopus or squid, known for terrorizing sailors and dragging ships underwater.
Synonyms
- sea monster
- mythical creature
