Bunyanesque

[ buhn-yuh-nesk ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or resembling the legends about Paul Bunyan.
2. of immense size or stature, as ascribed to Paul Bunyan or to the other characters, exploits, etc., in the legends about him.
3. noting, pertaining to, characteristic of, or suggesting the allegorical style of John Bunyan.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Bunyanesque¹

First recorded in 1950–55; Bunyan + -esque

Example Sentences

They surround an inlaid coffee table of Bunyanesque proportions.

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