Lion

4 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

A large wild cat native to Africa, known as the king of beasts. Male lions have distinctive manes.

“The lion roared loudly in the savanna.”

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Contains common letters L, I, O, N in useful pattern.

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Worth 4 points; all common letters for easy placement.

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