The Clue
Gruesome giant (4 letter answer)
The Answer
OGRE
Tags
Notes
The answer OGRE is very common and appears about once every 44 puzzles.
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Definition
OGRE as a noun:
1. (monster, fiend, devil, demon, ogre) = a cruel wicked and inhuman person
2. (folklore) a giant who likes to eat human beings