half-human
Britishadjective
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The name Satyrex combines Satyr, a half-human, half-beast figure from Greek mythology known for exaggerated anatomy, with the Latin word rēx, meaning "king."
From Science Daily ● Apr. 6, 2026
Mortal Kombat 1 introduces a roster of Kameo characters such as Jax Briggs and the half-human, half-dragon Goro that can act as sidekicks to the main combatants.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 25, 2023
Therein rests the delight in what he brings to "Strange New Worlds," in that he's a half-human, half-Vulcan figuring out the balance of who he is and who he strives to be.
From Salon ● Jun. 15, 2023
But the kindhearted half-human is more concerned with his scholarly pursuits than keeping up with his training, especially because Gohan knows his father will always jump up to handle whatever powerful threats arise.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2022
Then a shaggy creature who looked half-human, half-animal stumbled across her path, and finally she almost stepped on a tiny little man who seemed to be made entirely of glass.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
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