Definition of "merlion" in Anglais

noun

1. (Singapore) Often Merlion: a symbolic creature having the head of a lion and the body of a fish, which is a national symbol of Singapore; an image, statue, or other depiction of this creature.

2. A fictional creature of similar make-up.

noun

1. (heraldry) A depiction of a bird similar to a house martin or swallow with stylized feet; a martlet.

2. (rare) Alternative form of merlin (“a small falcon, Falco columbarius”).