Hellhound and Ruffian

Hellhound

Hellhound noun - (Greek mythology) the three-headed dog guarding the entrance to Hades; son of Typhon.
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Ruffian and hellhound are semantically related. in criminal topic. In some cases you can use "Ruffian" instead a noun "Hellhound".

Ruffian

Ruffian noun - A violent, brutal person who is often a member of an organized gang.
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Hellhound and ruffian are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hellhound" instead a noun "Ruffian".

Nearby Words: ruff, ruffianly, ruffianism
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