lion
n//ˈlaɪən//lejon
A big cat, Panthera leo, native to Africa, India and formerly much of Europe.
(in particular) A male lion, as opposed to a lioness, which is characterized by having a flowing shaggy mane and taking little part in hunting, which can be done cooperatively.
A person who shows attributes associated with the lion, such as strength, courage, or ferocity.