Meanings
From Daniel in the lions' den, chapter 6 of the Book of Daniel.
How to pronounce "lion's den":
AU
Any dangerous or frightening place.
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lion, den.
Example Sentences
1
He knew he was walking into the lion's den when he confronted the angry mob.
2
Entering the rival company's headquarters felt like stepping into a lion's den.
3
The journalist bravely entered the politician's office, ready to face the lion's den.
4
Going to the meeting with the strict boss was like stepping into a lion's den.
5
The athlete felt like he was in the lion's den standing in front of the hostile crowd.
