orc
n.
(Zoology) marine mammal related to the dolphin; (Old English and Fantasy fiction) type of demon or goblin
Orc
Orc is a word used to refer to various tough and warlike humanoid
creatures in various
fantasy settings, particularly in the stories of
Middle-earth written by
J. R. R. Tolkien and derivative fictions. Orcs are often portrayed as misshapen humanoids with brutal, warmongering, sadistic, yet cowardly tendencies, although some
settings and writers describe them as a proud warrior race with a strong sense of honour. They are variously portrayed as physically stronger or weaker than humans, but always high in numbers. They often ride wolves or
wargs. In many role-playing and computer games, though not in Tolkien's works, Orcs have green skin (earning the name "Greenskins" in such games) and have faces that resemble a cross between a pig and a primate.
Ogre is sometimes used as a synonym or refers to a similar creature within the fiction.
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Orc
(n.)
The grampus.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), edited by Noah Porter.
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Orc
[Folklore] A sea-monster fabled by Ariosto, Drayton, and Sylvester to devour men and women. According to Pliny, it was a huge creature 'armed with teeth'.
ORC
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