1. a large, powerful ape with dark fur that lives in the forests of central Africa
2. a person who is very large, strong, or aggressive
Usage: informal

Examples

• The mountain gorilla is an endangered species.
• We watched the gorillas playing in their habitat at the zoo.
• The silverback gorilla beat his chest to show dominance.
• Gorillas are herbivores that eat mainly leaves and fruit.
• The bouncer was a real gorilla who intimidated troublemakers.
• That gorilla of a football player knocked down three defenders.