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Octopussy

Part of Speech: Noun

Senses:

1. A mythical type of monster or creature resembling an octopus.
2. A fictional character from the James Bond series created by Ian Fleming.
3. Derogatory slang term used to refer to a promiscuous woman.
4. (slang) A combination of the words "octopus" and "pussy", used to describe a person or thing with multiple arms or capabilities.

Popular Usage:

"Octopussy" is widely known as the title of the thirteenth James Bond film released in 1983.

Sample Sentences:

1. The sailors spoke of terrifying encounters with a fearsome octopussy while at sea.
2. Octopussy, played by Maud Adams, was a prominent character in the James Bond movie of the same name.
3. It is disrespectful to label someone as an octopussy based on their personal choices.
4. The new multifunctional robotic arm is like an octopussy, capable of performing various tasks simultaneously.

Local Usage:

In some regions, "octopussy" is a colloquial term used to describe a dish made with octopus as the main ingredient.

Sample Sentence:

If you visit the coastal town, make sure to try their delicious octopussy; it's a local specialty.

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