Folklore Beasts

noun a large, hideous, manlike monster in folklore, fairy tales, and mythology

• The ogre in the fairy tale was depicted as a cruel and monstrous being.
• I heard that the ogre living in the cave is actually quite friendly.
• Don't go near that ogre, he's known to be a real jerk.
• The boss was like an ogre, always breathing down our necks and making unreasonable demands.

noun A creature that is feared or dreaded due to its monstrous appearance or behavior.

• There have been reported sightings of the abominable snowman in the remote regions of the Himalayas.
• I heard a rumor that the abominable snowman was spotted near the ski resort.
• I can't believe you think the abominable snowman is real, you're such a conspiracy theorist.
• Facing my fears felt like coming face to face with the abominable snowman.