NYT Dictionary

AMAZON

/ˈæm.əˌzɑn/
NounAM-a-zonam-a-zon · 3 syllablesGrade 6

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2024

Meaning

A tall, strong, athletic woman.

Etymology

Origin: Ancient Greek

From Amazon, from Ancient Greek Ἀμαζών (Amazṓn).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

viragoxanthippeandrogynebutchcolossusdykefishwifegiantharpyhoyden

Antonyms

mating press

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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