Definition of "golem" []

• In Jewish folklore, an artificially created human supernaturally endowed with life. (noun)

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• "The impression you get from a golem is more of brute force and slavery which I doubt is what you are going for with your character."
• "Knowing this, what do you think the significance of the golem is in this novel."
• "And I think a golem is a pretty accurate metaphor."