01 n. A monster, in the shape of a three-headed dog, guarding the entrance into the infernal regions, Hence: Any vigilant custodian or guardian, …
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A monster, in the shape of a three-headed dog, guarding the entrance into the infernal regions, Hence: Any vigilant custodian or guardian, esp. if surly.(Class. Myth.)
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A genus of East Indian serpents, allied to the pythons; the bokadam.(Zool.)