Kraken
noun
A legendary sea monster of giant size in Scandinavian folklore.
In the myth, the kraken terrorizes the seafarers, dragging entire ships to the depths.
Often appears as...
- release the kraken
- fear the kraken
noun
A type of gigantic squid or octopus.
The giant squid might be the real-life version of the legendary kraken.
Often appears as...
- kraken in deep sea
- discovery of kraken
Usage tips
Scientific
noun
A legendary sea monster of giant size in Scandinavian folklore.
In the myth, the kraken terrorizes the seafarers, dragging entire ships to the depths.
Often appears as...
- release the kraken
- fear the kraken
noun
A type of gigantic squid or octopus.
The giant squid might be the real-life version of the legendary kraken.
Often appears as...
- kraken in deep sea
- discovery of kraken
Usage tips
Scientific
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Folklore Origin
Understanding kraken as part of Scandinavian myths helps grasp its cultural significance.
The kraken is part of the rich tapestry of Norse legends.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
Kraken can symbolize an overwhelming force or an uncontrollable situation.
Facing the lawsuit felt like going up against a kraken.
Pro Tip 3/3Cinematic References
The kraken appears in movies, often creating drama or fright, acknowledging its mythical power.
The kraken surged from the deep, as seen in the movie's climactic battle.
Pro Tip 1/3Folklore Origin
Understanding kraken as part of Scandinavian myths helps grasp its cultural significance.
The kraken is part of the rich tapestry of Norse legends.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
Kraken can symbolize an overwhelming force or an uncontrollable situation.
Facing the lawsuit felt like going up against a kraken.
Pro Tip 3/3Cinematic References
The kraken appears in movies, often creating drama or fright, acknowledging its mythical power.
The kraken surged from the deep, as seen in the movie's climactic battle.
Pro Tip 1/3Folklore Origin
Understanding kraken as part of Scandinavian myths helps grasp its cultural significance.
The kraken is part of the rich tapestry of Norse legends.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
Kraken can symbolize an overwhelming force or an uncontrollable situation.
Facing the lawsuit felt like going up against a kraken.
Pro Tip 3/3Cinematic References
The kraken appears in movies, often creating drama or fright, acknowledging its mythical power.
The kraken surged from the deep, as seen in the movie's climactic battle.
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Video examples
Can you solve the sea...
and each kraken is accompanied by 12 mermites. Your city’s puny army is hopelessly outmatched. You think back to the legends. In the stories, the ruler of the city saved his people
Video examples
Can you solve the sea...
and each kraken is accompanied by 12 mermites. Your city’s puny army is hopelessly outmatched. You think back to the legends. In the stories, the ruler of the city saved his people
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