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plural gorgons
(Greek mythology) A vicious female monster from Greek mythology with sharp fangs and hair of living, venomous snakes. One of the three sisters: Medusa, Stheno and Euryale
An intimidating, ugly, or disgusting woman; anything hideous or horrid. quotations examples
I'll shrowd this Gorgon from all humane view.
1670, John Dryden, The Conquest of Granada
Swilling martinis and spewing venom, Phyllis is a particularly unappetizing gorgon, telling us at one point that an acquaintance of hers is aroused by the Heimlich maneuver.
2005 July 1, Washington Post
not comparable
Like a gorgon; very ugly or terrifying. examples