Rancor: meaning, definitions and examples

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rancor

[ ˈræŋkər ]

Noun

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Star Wars monster

A rancor is a large carnivorous creature from the planet Tatooine in the Star Wars universe. It is known for its immense size, sharp teeth, and aggressive nature. Rancors are often kept as pets by crime lords and used to execute prisoners in the iconic rancor pit scene in Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi.

Synonyms

beast, creature, monster.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
rancor	This word is a duplicate entry and already described above.
monster	This word is typically used to describe a frightening or evil being, often from stories or folklore. It can also be used to describe a person who behaves in a cruel manner. It usually has a negative connotation. The children were afraid of the monster lurking under the bed. The dictator was seen as a monster by his oppressed people.
beast	This word refers to a large, wild animal or a person who behaves in a brutal or uncivilized way. It can be used in both literal and figurative contexts. The hunter tracked the beast through the dense forest. He acted like a beast at the dinner table, chewing loudly and making a mess.
creature	This term is generally used to describe any living being, often with an element of curiosity or affection. It can refer to both real and imaginary entities. The researcher discovered a new underwater creature. In the fairy tale, a magical creature helped the hero on his journey.

Examples of usage

The rancor in Jabba the Hutt's palace was a fearsome beast.
Luke Skywalker had to fight the rancor in the pit to save his friends.

Translations

Translations of the word "rancor" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rancor

🇮🇳 कटुता

🇩🇪 Groll

🇮🇩 dendam

🇺🇦 злоба

🇵🇱 uraza

🇯🇵 恨み (urami)

🇫🇷 rancune

🇪🇸 rencor

🇹🇷 hınç

🇰🇷 원한 (wonhan)

🇸🇦 حقد (hiqid)

🇨🇿 zášť

🇸🇰 zášť

🇨🇳 怨恨 (yuànhèn)

🇸🇮 zamera

🇮🇸 haturskapur

🇰🇿 өшпенділік

🇬🇪 თავდაყოლილი სიძულვილი

🇦🇿 kin

🇲🇽 rencor

Etymology

The word 'rancor' originated from Latin 'rancorem' meaning 'bitterness, grudge, ill-will'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century, evolving to mean a feeling of deep-seated resentment or animosity. In the context of the Star Wars universe, 'rancor' was chosen as the name for the creature due to its menacing and aggressive nature, fitting its role as a formidable monster.