noun
- mythical dragons that breathe fire
Usage: mythology; fantasy literature
Examples
- The ancient legend spoke of firedrakes guarding treasure in mountain caves.
- In the fantasy novel, the hero had to defeat three firedrakes to save the kingdom.
- Medieval tapestries often depicted knights battling fearsome firedrakes.
- The firedrakes in the story could melt steel with their fiery breath.
- Children love reading tales about brave warriors and magical firedrakes.