n.
- an imaginary or mythical being of human form but superhuman size.
- an abnormally tall or large person or thing.
▸Astronomy a star of relatively great size and luminosity.
- a person of exceptional talent or qualities:
a giant among sportsmen.
adj.
very large; gigantic.
Derivative
- giantess n.
- giantlike adj.
Etymology
ME geant, from OFr., via L. from Gk gigas, gigant-.