amazonian

See also: amazon and Amazonian

English

Etymology

Amazon +‎ -ian

Adjective

amazonian (comparative more amazonian, superlative most amazonian)

  1. Having characteristics of the mythical Amazons; aggressive and warlike.
  2. (of a woman) Tall, strong and athletic.
    Women's tennis champions Maria Sharapova and Venus Williams are noted for their amazonian physiques.
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