Samsonian

adjective

Sam·​so·​ni·​an sam(p)-ˈsō-nē-ən How to pronounce Samsonian (audio)
: of heroic strength or proportions : mighty

Word History

Etymology

Samson

First Known Use

circa 1623, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Samsonian was circa 1623

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“Samsonian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Samsonian. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

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