rock-jawedbeast

noun
UK /rɒk dʒɔːd biːst/
US /rɑːk dʒɔːd biːst/

A rock-jawedbeast is a made-up monster with a very hard, rocky mouth.

The storybook hero bravely faced the rock-jawedbeast in the dark cave.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A stubborn person who refuses to change their mind.

My uncle is a real rock-jawedbeast when it comes to trying new food.

3. A heavy machine with strong metal jaws used to crush rocks.

The workers used a rock-jawedbeast to break the old concrete wall.

4. A tough, grumpy guard who never smiles.

The rock-jawedbeast at the gate finally let us in after checking our tickets.