Urban Legends And Folklore

noun a grotesque carved human or animal face or figure projecting from the gutter of a building, typically acting as a spout to carry water clear of a wall

• The gargoyle perched on the edge of the cathedral, overseeing the city below.
• Check out that creepy gargoyle statue on top of the building!
• That gargoyle looks like it's straight out of a horror movie.
• Her stern expression made her look like a gargoyle, ready to pounce on anyone who crossed her path.

noun a person who kills another person by squeezing the throat, typically with their hands

• The police were on high alert for any signs of a strangler in the area.
• I heard there's a strangler on the loose, so be careful when walking alone at night.
• Watch out for that strangler dude, he's been causing trouble around here.
• The tight deadline was like a strangler, making it hard for the team to breathe.