juggernaut
Pronunciation
  • (RP) IPA: /ˈdʒʌ.ɡə.nɔːt/
  • (America) IPA: /ˈdʒʌ.ɡɚ.nɑt/
Noun

juggernaut (plural juggernauts)

  1. A literal or metaphorical force or object regarded as unstoppable, that will crush all in its path.
  2. (British, sometimes, derogatory) A large, cumbersome truck or lorry, especially an artic.
  3. An institution that incites destructive devotion or to which people are carelessly sacrificed.
Translations Translations
  • German: Lastkraftwagen
  • Russian: (огро́мный) грузови́к



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