Ogre

Ogre possibly derived from Oegrus from Greek mythology, who was the son of Greek blood shedder god. The word ogre is of French origin. Keeping the Greek myth, Oegrus might have cursed some people to ogres where an ogre is described large, cruel, monstrous, and hideous humanoid monster. Also featured in mythology, folklore, and fiction. Ogres have appeared in many classic works of literature. In art, ogres are often depicted with a large head, abundant hair, and beard, a voracious appetite, and a strong body. The term is often applied in a metaphorical sense to disgusting persons. The French tale tells of them as inhabitants of kingdom of Logres, England.

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